When kids get a lung infection from Mycoplasma pneumoniae, it can sometimes lead to serious blood clots in the lungs. This is a rare but important issue that doctors need to watch out for. A group of 36 young patients, mostly boys, experienced this complication. They were all around 7 or 8 years old
The impact of extreme weather events on young people's mental health is a growing concern. These events, often called climate disasters, are known to affect psychological and social well-being. Yet, there is a lack of research focusing specifically on how adolescents are affected. One study looked
The weather in New England is taking a turn. Sunday started with a gloomy sky, but it was mostly dry. However, things are about to change. A storm is brewing for St. Patrick's Day on Monday. This storm will bring a mix of heavy rain, strong winds, and a drop in temperature. The south wind is pickin
Traditional Indigenous Games (TIGs) are more than just fun and games for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women. These activities pack a serious punch when it comes to physical and mental challenges. Three games in particular, Kai Wed, Ilye, and Edor, were put under the microscope to see just h
In the fight against HIV, keeping patients on their medication is key. This is where mobile health, or m-Health, comes in. It's all about using phones and wireless devices to boost health outcomes. Imagine a world where your phone reminds you to take your medicine, and you can chat with your doctor
In the summer of 2023, a young doctor in Kobe City, Japan, took his own life. He was a resident in internal medicine. He had worked 236 hours of overtime in just one month. This tragic event shone a spotlight on the harsh realities faced by young doctors in Japan. The culture of 'passion pay' in Jap
The U. S. launched a series of airstrikes in Yemen, targeting key leaders of the Iranian-backed Houthis. This move, announced by National Security Advisor Michael Waltz, marks a shift in strategy. The strikes were more than just retaliation; they were a targeted effort to dismantle the Houthis' lead
Prenatal genetic counseling can be a challenging experience for expectant parents. It's a time when they receive crucial information about their baby's health. This can be especially tough for couples who come from different cultural backgrounds than the country they now live in. These parents might
Samsung's foundry business is facing significant hurdles. The company is rumored to have canceled its next-generation 1. 4nm manufacturing process. This move comes as a surprise, especially since Samsung has been making strides with its 2nm GAA node, achieving a 30 percent yield in trial production.
Physiotherapists often rely on a biomedical approach when treating low back pain, even though guidelines suggest a bio-psycho-social model. This approach considers biological, psychological, and social factors. A recent study explored how different online learning methods can influence physiotherapi
