In the past, many kids died young from diseases we can now prevent with vaccines. Now, some people are choosing not to vaccinate, and these diseases are coming back. This is a big problem because these illnesses can cause serious harm or even death. Janith Farnham and her daughter Jacque know this
In many parts of the world, young girls under 20 are becoming mothers. This can be tough on their mental health, leading to feelings of sadness, anxiety, and stress. The problem is, there aren't enough good plans to support these young mothers, especially in places with limited resources. Iran is t
People often skip important medical scans because they worry about radiation. This fear might stop them from catching diseases early. But there's no good way to measure this fear. So, researchers made a new tool called the Fear of Medical Imaging Radiation Scale (FOMIRS). They wanted to see how well
Excessive sweating can be a real bother. It's not just about feeling uncomfortable. It can also mess with your confidence and daily life. You might have heard of treatments like OnabotulinumtoxinA injections. These are often used for sweaty armpits. But what if you sweat in other places? Like your f
Female athletes are increasingly turning to performance-enhancing substances (PES) to gain an edge. But these substances, especially androgenic and anabolic steroids (AAS), can have serious side effects. One of the most visible is hair loss, known as female pattern hair loss (FPHL). AAS are synthet
Kids between 3 and 8 years old are glued to YouTube and YouTube Kids. They see lots of ads for snacks and drinks. These ads can shape what kids want to eat and drink. It's a big deal because many of these ads push unhealthy foods. YouTube is everywhere. Kids watch it on tablets, phones, and compute
In the world of health research, there's a lot we don't see. This is often called "grey literature. " It's not published in big, fancy journals. Instead, it's tucked away in reports, theses, and conference papers. A recent review dug into this hidden treasure. It looked at how involving underreprese
Older adults are often prescribed anticholinergic drugs. These medications can cause problems. For a long time, experts have said it's important to keep track of how many of these drugs older adults take. But, there hasn't been much data on how this has changed over time. A recent study looked at t
Assistant nurses (ANs) play a big part in taking care of older people in nursing homes. But, there is a problem. Many ANs do not know enough about medicines and the issues that can come with them. This lack of knowledge can lead to serious problems for the people they care for. A study wanted to fi
In the Democratic Republic of the Congo, men and women often want different things when it comes to having kids. Men usually want more children than women do. This isn't just about personal preference. It's tied to deeper social and gender rules that shape how people talk and decide about family pla
