Aidan Hegge, a 17-year-old student at Kasson-Mantorville High School, died by suicide on a hot July day in 2020. To put this into perspective, every day in the United States, 20 young people die by suicide. For every person who dies by suicide, 280 others seriously consider it. These statistics be
Children living with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, or HCM, face unique challenges when it comes to physical activity. This heart condition thickens the heart muscle, making it harder for the heart to pump blood. It's a tough situation, and it's even tougher when you consider the role that neighborhoo
There are big differences in how well kids do after surgery for a birth defect called anorectal malformation. This is true even when the surgery is done in different parts of the world. This is the focus of a recent study. The study looked at two places. One is in a wealthy country and the other
Thailand is home to a large number of Buddhists. Many people wonder how their religious practices impact their mental health. Most studies have focused on Western religions, specifically Christianity. This research looked into the mental health benefits of various Buddhist practices among Thai pe
A fresh COVID-19 variant has emerged, and it's causing quite a stir. This one has a distinctive feature: a sore throat so intense that it's been dubbed "razor blade throat. " The culprit behind this unpleasant sensation is the NB. 1. 8. 1. variant, also known as "Nimbus. " Doctors in the UK, India,
When a baby is cold, it can be a sign of more serious problems. In particular, hypothermia in young infants can hint at the presence of serious bacterial infections. These infections can be quite dangerous and include issues like urinary tract infections, bacteria in the blood, or even meningitis. R
Air pollution is a big problem for young kids. Fine particles in the air, known as PM2. 5, can be very harmful. These tiny bits of pollution can get into the lungs and cause serious health issues. In Taiwan, researchers looked at how these particles affect children under five years old. They found t
Interstitial lung disease is a tricky and long-lasting lung condition. It is not just one disease, but a group of lung diseases that share similar symptoms. The main issue is the thickening and scarring of lung tissue. This scarring makes it hard for the lungs to work properly. It causes damage to t
Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL) is a type of cancer that makes people more likely to get infections. This is due to a mix of factors related to the patient's health, the disease itself, and the treatments used. With new treatments coming out, it's crucial to figure out how these treatments affect
The yuletide season is a time for joy and celebration. It's also a time when ads for weight loss products flood our screens. One such product is Ozempic. It was first made to help people with diabetes. But now, it's being pushed as a way to shed pounds. This shift is interesting. It shows how health
