Colorectal cancer is a serious health issue. Many people ask if capecitabine is a good choice for treatment. A recent study looked at the cost and benefits of this drug compared to active monitoring. The study focused on patients with stable or responding metastatic colorectal cancer after 16 weeks
A tropical storm named Chantal has formed near the South Carolina coast, causing concern for residents and beachgoers. This storm, with winds reaching 40 mph, is moving slowly northward and is expected to strengthen before making landfall. The National Hurricane Center is monitoring its progress clo
A huge crowd filled the church in Gondomar on Sunday to honor Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva. The two footballers died in a car crash in Spain just days earlier. The bishop of Porto led the service, and the church was packed. Many people had to listen from outside due to the large turnout.
In Gaza, a tense situation unfolded when two American aid workers were hurt during a distribution event. The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), which started working in May, has faced criticism for making people walk through dangerous areas to get supplies. The injured workers are now getting medic
Football clubs often find themselves in tricky spots when players face serious allegations. Thomas Partey, a key player for Arsenal, is now charged with five counts of rape and one of sexual assault, which he denies. These charges relate to incidents reported by three different women between 2021 an
The Supreme Court is set to tackle a big issue: whether transgender girls and women can compete in women's sports. This isn't just any case; it's a hot topic that has sparked debates across the country. The court's decision will likely hinge on two conservative justices, John Roberts and Neil Gorsuc
Caribou in British Columbia's Interior face a tough road to recovery. Researchers are now urging a closer look at how the food given to caribou in maternity pens affects their health and chances of survival in the wild. Caribou have a unique diet. They love lichen, a plant-like organism that grows
Diabetes is a big deal in China. It's a health issue that's growing fast. To tackle this, we need to understand how common it is and what makes it worse. But, there's a problem. Not many big studies have looked at this in China. A recent study tried to change that. It used data from many places in
Ever wonder how older adults deal with feeling out of control? Two experiments looked into this. They found that when older adults feel like they have less control, they tend to crave more structure in their lives. This craving for structure can lead them to adopt negative stereotypes about aging.
Managing chronic conditions is a big problem for health systems everywhere. Remote patient monitoring (RPM) is a tool that could help, but figuring out if it's worth the money is tricky. RPM lets doctors keep an eye on patients from afar. This can mean fewer trips to the hospital and better care. B
