In South Africa, doctors aiming to become specialists need to finish a Master of Medicine (MMed) degree, which includes a research component. This rule started in 2011. Many people have mixed feelings about it, with a big worry being how long it takes to complete. This study looks at how much time e
Ever wonder how past traumas shape our brains? New research is digging into this question. It turns out, childhood trauma can make people more likely to struggle with major depression later in life. But not all traumas affect the brain in the same way. Some types of childhood trauma might mess with
In the sunny month of January 1925, the Annaes Brasileiros de Dermatologia e Syphilografia was born. A hundred years later, it's now known as Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia (ABD). Back then, a few smart pioneers likely couldn't imagine how strong the Brazilian Society of Dermatology would become.
Over the last half-century, the National Institute of Aging (NIA) has played a crucial role in advancing our understanding of dementia caregiving. Alongside other public and private initiatives, the NIA has driven innovation through funding and leadership. They've supported basic research that has l
Gestational diabetes, or GDM, is a big deal for moms and babies. With lots of people moving around the world, migrant women from Africa living in Sweden face a clash of cultures. This study looked at how these women's beliefs about health, illness, and healthcare change over time, especially during
Let's talk about a study that looked at how a certain genetic factor affects the body's metabolism when people try to make healthier choices. This particular genetic factor, found in some Mexican people, makes them more likely to get type 2 diabetes. The study wanted to see if this genetic factor ch
Cervical cancer is a significant global health problem, with around 600, 000 new cases and 340, 000 deaths reported in 2020. Early detection through screening is crucial, yet only 5% of eligible women in Ethiopia are being screened. This raises a critical question: What's preventing women from getti
Do you like to get scared? Ever wondered if those chills could do something good for your health? Researchers in Denmark decided to find out. They picked a spooky haunted house as their lab, inviting visitors to experience the fright of their lives. The goal was to see how the sudden adrenaline rush
In the world of cancer treatment, totally implantable venous access devices, or chemoports, are becoming more common. These devices are used to deliver long-term chemotherapy. However, things can go wrong, as seen in a recent case where a device was accidentally placed in the subclavian artery inste
Between 2021 and 2022, Cameroon faced unique challenges in getting people vaccinated against COVID-19. With some of the lowest vaccination rates globally, it's crucial to understand what factors influenced people's decisions to get the vaccine. One significant factor was trust. Many Cameroonians we
