Knee replacements are common, but they aren't always smooth sailing. Sometimes, a break near the implant can cause serious issues. This is known as a periprosthetic knee fracture. It's not super common, but when it happens, it can be a real challenge. Doctors and researchers are still trying to figu
The weekend is here and many people are heading to the beach or pool. It's a great time to talk about sun safety. There are many choices when it comes to protecting your skin from the sun. It's important to know what to look for. First, let's talk about sunscreen. Any sunscreen is better than none.
Sexual assault is a serious issue that affects many women. In a recent study, 294 women who had been sexually assaulted were examined. These women had gone to a special unit in a big city for help. The goal was to find out how often women get hurt in the genital and anal areas after a sexual assault
The cycle of childhood trauma is a serious issue. It affects how a child's brain and body grow. This trauma can lead to long-term mental health problems and chronic diseases. It can also repeat itself in future generations. This is where the STANCE program comes in. It was created to break this cycl
Plants are known to be tough. They have a secret weapon. This weapon is a strong and flexible cell wall. It is a barrier that protects and shapes the cell. It is not a static structure. It is dynamic. It changes all the time. It is like a living shield. The cell wall's job is to keep the cel
Bromine is a big deal in various industries. It is used in many ways, from manufacturing to farming. However, grabbing it from seawater or brine is a tough job. Scientists have come up with a clever solution. They created a special structure called a Cd-MOF. This structure is super stable and can so
The connection between our genes and personality is a hot topic. One interesting angle is the role of genetic risk for schizophrenia. It turns out that having a high genetic risk for schizophrenia might influence personality traits in people who don't actually develop the disorder. This is not ab
The brain's activity can change based on the type of sport a person engages in. This is a fact. However, it is not clear if these changes are the same across different sports. Also, it is not known how the length of time someone trains affects these changes. A recent study used a special
Hereditary angioedema (HAE) is a rare genetic condition. It causes frequent episodes of swelling under the skin or mucous membranes. This swelling is known as angioedema. Current treatments for HAE have their limits. They either block certain proteins in the blood or replace a missing protein. These
The late-night call from a community activist changed everything for Medaria Arradondo. The video he was directed to watch showed a white officer kneeling on a Black man, George Floyd, who was struggling to breathe. Arradondo, then the police chief of Minneapolis, was shocked by what he saw. This mo
