COVID-19 has changed daily life in many ways, including how people eat. But what about those on maintenance hemodialysis? Japanese hemodialysis patients have unique needs, and their diets often must adapt to their treatment. So, let's dig into how their eating habits changed before and during the CO
When the COVID-19 pandemic hit in 2020, schools in Saudi Arabia had to shut down. Students started learning from home, which lasted for a couple of years. This change was massive, and it had a big impact on kids' mental health. This study looks into how kids and teens handled the switch to online cl
You might have heard that plastics in the ocean are a serious issue, but what's the real deal when it comes to seabirds? Scientists joined forces with local fishermen and wildlife rescuers to figure it out. They gathered more than 400 young shearwaters—some in great condition, others not so much. Th
Electronic health records, often just called EHRs, have been around for a while now, making it easier for doctors and nurses to access a patient's information. This helps them work together better and give faster, more effective care. But it hasn't been all smooth sailing. Over the last 25 years, EH
Imagine this: the cannabis industry is booming, with predictions that it could hit $444. 34 billion by 2030. In the USA alone, sales are expected to reach $33. 6 billion by the end of 2023. What's fueling this growth? Education! As people get smarter about cannabis, they're using it more. Dispensari
Small farmers in China are facing a big change with the introduction of genetically modified (GM) crop collectivization. The government is pushing for this change to make small farmers more efficient and competitive. However, not many farmers are joining in. Why is that? A study in Guangdong and Xin
In October 2018, Canada made a big change by legalizing cannabis for recreational use. Most studies so far have looked at the effects of this legalization using snapshots of data collected at one point in time. But what if we could follow the same people over time to see how their cannabis use chang
When it comes to NASCAR legend Dale Earnhardt Jr. , fans used to only get a glimpse into his life through the occasional interview. But now, thanks to social media and podcasts, we get a peek at their daily routines, including the good, the bad, and the embarrassing. In a recent episode of Dale Jr D
Scientists recently reviewed 25 studies on knee surgery. Shockingly, only half had a plan from the get-go, and even fewer were willing to share their data. These studies were supposed to follow specific guidelines, but some didn't explain their methods clearly or how they confirmed their results. Th
Ever wondered if playing video games could help you ace those tricky physics problems? Well, a recent study of 566 Saudi university students found that frequent gamers reported better spatial abilities than their less-gaming counterparts. The study wasn't just about how often they played, but also w
