In a surprising turn of events, a popular Thai street food spot in Pittsburgh's Squirrel Hill neighborhood had to close its doors temporarily. The reason? A health inspection revealed a serious rodent problem and numerous food safety violations. The Allegheny County Health Department stepped in and
AI is everywhere in healthcare. It's in the apps we use, the tools nurses rely on, and the systems that help doctors make decisions. But with all this tech, there are big questions to answer. How do we make sure it's fair? How do we keep it safe? And how do we make sure it helps everyone, not just a
More women are studying medicine than ever before. Yet, surgery is still a man's world. Women make up half of medical students. But they are a minority in surgical specialties. This is odd. Women often do just as well as men in surgery. In some cases, they do better. So, why aren't more women becomi
Patients with heart problems are now playing a bigger role in health research. This shift is all about giving them a say in decisions, better communication, and making sure they stay involved. But how do these patients really feel about this change? And how well are they able to understand and take
In Sierra Leone, religious leaders played a crucial role during the Ebola outbreak from 2014 to 2016. They were not just spiritual guides but also key players in spreading awareness about the disease. This was not their first time helping with health issues. They had already been involved in campaig
TikTok is full of trends, but one that's been causing some concern is the #chokekink trend. This trend involves videos about sexual choking, which has become quite popular among young people. In a recent study, researchers looked at 96 videos related to this trend over two days. They found that most
The war in Ukraine has taken a heavy toll on soldiers' mental health, with sleep problems being a major issue. A recent study looked at how common insomnia and nightmares are among Ukrainian combatants dealing with stress-related mental health issues. The study focused on 99 male soldiers aged 18 t
Vaccines are like training camps for your immune system. They help your body get ready to fight off viruses. But there is more to it than just building general defenses. Scientists are still figuring out how vaccines affect the body's first line of defense, which is in your nose and throat. The COV
A recent Senate hearing shed light on the controversial firing of Susan Monarez, the former director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The hearing, led by Republican Sen. Bill Cassidy, aimed to uncover the true reasons behind her abrupt dismissal just weeks after her confirmat
Kids can get hurt playing sports or just being kids. Sometimes, they might bump their heads and get a mild brain injury. But what does this mean for their brainpower? Researchers wanted to find out. They looked at kids who had these mild brain injuries. They checked how well these kids did on tests
