In Leshan City, China, a recent survey of 1, 498 hospital patients revealed that while many are open to helping with their own safety, there's a noticeable gap between their willingness and their actions. The survey, conducted across 18 hospitals, scored patients' willingness at an average of 4. 13
Walking is a great way to stay fit, but adding a weighted vest can take it up a notch. Two friends, Lindsay and Ashley, decided to give it a try after seeing posts online about its benefits. They started with a vest that had 11 pounds of weight and noticed a big difference when they added just a cou
Coca-Cola is shaking things up with a new soda sweetened with cane sugar, not the usual high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS). This move comes after President Trump pushed for it, but don’t expect the classic Coke recipe to change. Instead, this new drink will join the existing lineup, giving consumers an
Colorectal cancer is a major health issue, and it's not just bad luck. What we do every day, like eating, exercising, and other habits, can make a big difference. The big question is: how much of a difference can these changes really make? Experts are still working to figure out exactly how much of
Pregnancy is a big deal. It changes a lot in a woman's body. One thing that changes is the level of certain brain chemicals called neurosteroids. These chemicals can quickly change how brain cells work. This is important because it might affect a mom's mood during and after pregnancy. Research show
Foot fungus, or tinea pedis, is a common issue. It thrives in warm, moist places, like sweaty feet or tight shoes. Keeping feet clean and dry can help stop it. But in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, not many people know much about it. There isn't much research on what people know or do to prevent it. This la
In Yogyakarta, Indonesia, many babies are born weighing too little. This is a big problem. Health workers are trying to fix it. They talked to midwives, moms, and experts to find out how. They found three big things. First, health centers are doing what they can. They teach moms about healthy pregn
Rabies is making a comeback in Nassau County, and health officials are concerned. Since last July, there have been 25 confirmed cases of rabies, the highest number in nearly a decade. The last time the county saw numbers like this was before they declared terrestrial rabies eradicated in 2016. Most
In many rural areas, getting good paediatric care can be tough. Most expert doctors and big hospitals are in cities. This means kids in the countryside often have to travel far, wait a long time, and sometimes go through many check-ups just to see a specialist. To fix this, a clever idea called the
Cancer is a sneaky foe, but scientists are fighting back with clever tools. One such tool is a special kind of antibody designed to target multiple myeloma, a type of blood cancer. These antibodies are like smart missiles, programmed to seek out and attack cancer cells. Here's how they work: The an
