There's more to drug use among gay males in Mexico than meets the eye. It's not just about the substances themselves, but also the intersection of identity and culture. Analysts initially looked into this topic with a zoom at some biomedical factors. Which is fine to get us started. According to rec
In Korea, a recent study tried to figure out why some folks with gout are difficult to control by examining who tends to stop treatment artificially early. This is especially relevant because gout, a type of inflammatory disorder, is typically treated with drugs that reduce uric acid levels. Unfort
Do you know how kids can come home from playing with a headache, or feeling hurt? It is common for kids to receive minor head injuries while running around outside, known as mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI). This injury could lead to sleep problems, head pain, and other aches and
The brain is a muscle of sorts. It needs exercise. Engaging in mentally stimulating activities can help keep it sharp. This is especially true as we age. The question is: when does it matter most? There are many factors in life that can impact brain health. One important factor is lifestyle. Lifest
What is the deal with assisted reproductive technology? ART, or assisted reproductive technology, is a big help to building families. But how much of a threat is it, really? The idea is to give those who can't have children on their own a chance. These people are called subfertile. First, le
Is there a way to help adults change the things they do to look after themselves? Santé publique France is testing a digital way to do this. This isn't just a plan to add some information but it's a main effort to change a person's life. Think about adults in their 40s and 50s, it's an impo
Muslim communities are known to have an unsatisfied demand for family planning, yet many people are uncertain about birth control because they are worried it will conflict with their religious beliefs- their families and emotional well-being on the line. Tanzania is one of those countries. This i
Doctors stumbled upon a strange scenario when a 56-year-old woman was found to have a peculiar disorder. Her body's response was a puzzle because her eosinophil levels remained abnormally high. While the root cause remains unknown scientists know that this rare condition is serious. The il
Decriminalizing or legalizing cannabis was supposed a significant step toward reducing criminal justice-related harms. But does it? The biggest question mark is how much it impacts the number of cannabis-related incidents. Indeed, how can it even be viewed differently from how it is handled now?
Brain AVMs, which are tangled messes of arteries and veins, can cause serious brain bleeds even in young people. They are a significant reason for strokes in younger age groups. Managing these complicated messes, especially the high-grade ones, poses a tough challenge. Surgery to take these AVMs ou
