Trauma can leave deep marks on people's lives. But what's less talked about is how it can ripple through families, especially when parents are struggling. A recent study shed light on this issue by looking at parents in a community center who face many challenges. The study found that many of these
Doctors who aren't genetics experts might soon play a bigger role in genetic testing. Why? Because there's a huge need for these tests, but not enough geneticists to go around. This is making healthcare systems struggle to keep up. The idea is to train other doctors to handle some of these tests. T
Nurses often face a tough job. They need to care for others constantly. This can lead to something called compassion fatigue. It's when they feel drained and can't give their best. A study looked at nurses in Iran. It wanted to see what makes some nurses more likely to feel this way. Personality pl
In the Balearic Islands, healthcare workers have strong opinions about euthanasia. This is a big deal because their views shape how policies are made and how they care for patients. Euthanasia is a hot topic, mixing ethics, law, and medicine. It's not just about what's legal; it's about what feels r
Asthma in children is a huge issue in countries that aren't rich. It causes a lot of sickness, disability, and costs a lot of money for treatment. But most studies about the money side of asthma focus on wealthy nations. This leaves a big gap in understanding how asthma affects kids in poorer places
Scientists are looking into better ways to detect when thyroid cancer spreads. They are checking out two methods: FNA-TG and FNA-CYFRA 21-1. These methods involve taking tiny samples from lymph nodes in the neck to see if cancer has spread there. The goal is to see if these methods work well and if
In China, there's a rising concern about a type of pancreas inflammation caused by too much fat in the blood. This condition, called hypertriglyceridemic acute pancreatitis (HTG-AP), is becoming more common. Experts are studying this issue closely. They want to understand why it's happening more of
The pancreas, a vital organ, varies in size and fat content among people. This variation is especially noticeable in those with diabetes. However, the reasons behind these differences are not fully understood. Race, genetics, and lifestyle choices might play a role. For instance, certain genetic ma
Florida's warm waters are home to a dangerous bacteria called Vibrio vulnificus. This year, four people have died from infections caused by it. The bacteria loves warm seawater and can enter the body through open wounds or contaminated food, like raw oysters. It's unclear how the recent victims in F
Patients are using text messages more after leaving the hospital. This is a big change in how they talk to doctors and nurses. Not all patients text the same way. Some send lots of messages. Others send just a few. This shows that each patient has their own style. Texting can help patients feel bet
