In the U. S. , there's been a rise in tools that show healthcare prices. These tools aim to help control costs and give patients more say in their care. But do they really help patients, or just add more stress? Most tools just put price info out there for patients to find if they want. This is cal
In sub-Saharan Africa, young women and girls face many challenges due to social and gender norms. A recent study looked at different ways to improve their health and lives. The focus was on using entertainment media to change these norms. The study reviewed 35 articles about 24 different projects i
ADHD is a common brain development issue. For eye doctors, it brings both upsides and downsides. Groups like the Royal College of Ophthalmologists and the General Medical Council see ADHD as a protected trait. But there's not much info out there about how ADHD affects eye doctors specifically. A te
Health insurance costs are about to climb for many Americans. The reason? Extra financial aid from the government, known as enhanced premium tax credits, is set to expire. These credits were introduced during the pandemic to make health insurance more affordable. Without them, monthly premiums could
Melasma is a common skin condition. It causes dark, uneven patches on the face. This can be tough on a person's self-esteem. Right now, there's no magic cure. But, there are ways to manage it. Doctors focus on stopping it from getting worse. They use things like sunscreen, creams, and special skin
Vaccines are a big deal in keeping people healthy. They work by teaching the body's defense system to fight off germs. This has helped wipe out diseases like smallpox and made others, like polio, rare. Vaccines also protect whole communities by stopping diseases from spreading. This is called herd i
In 2023, Poland made a significant move in healthcare. They passed a law that now regulates 15 jobs in the medical field. Before this, these jobs had no rules. Now, workers in these jobs must follow new guidelines. The law requires these workers to keep learning. They must take courses to stay up-t
People often struggle to remember their loved ones who lived with dementia. A recent study looked into how we honor and remember these individuals. The research was part of a bigger project. It explored how people remember and celebrate lives, especially those with dementia. The study focused on in
The idea of using food to heal is not new. It's been around for ages. But now, it's getting a fresh look. Two fields are teaming up to make this happen. They are lifestyle medicine and culinary medicine. Lifestyle medicine focuses on healthy habits. It looks at how food, exercise, and sleep affect
The immune system's response to HIV treatment can vary greatly among individuals. Some men who have sex with men (MSM) living with HIV do not experience a full immune recovery, even with antiretroviral therapy (ART). This is a critical issue because it highlights the complexity of HIV treatment and
