Tech billionaire Elon Musk has been vocal about his support for British far-right activist Tommy Robinson, who is currently serving an 18-month prison sentence. Musk has taken to X (formerly Twitter) to post and repost content about Robinson, even pinning a "Free Tommy Robinson! " post to the top of
Did you know that people with schizophrenia could be at a higher risk for heart issues? A recent study had some interesting findings. They looked at the heart's left ventricle, which can increase in size, and this is not good news. This issue, called cardiac hypertrophy, can lead to heart failure an
Let's take a look at how doctors and patients interact today and how that's different from the past. Hippocrates, the ancient Greek doctor, is famous for his patient-centered approach. But fast forward to today, and things have changed a lot. Technology has stepped in, changing how we communicate an
When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, telehealth suddenly became a big deal. But as it grew quicker than ever before, something strange happened. Not everyone was into it. Some people loved it, and others weren't fans. So, why is that? Let's break it down. When it comes to using telehealth, three things
Cytotoxic T lymphocytes (CTLs) are crucial for fighting cancer, but many people with liver cancer (HCC) who have lots of these cells still face early relapse or resistance to treatments. Scientists don't fully understand why this happens. They studied 20 patients with liver cancer and CTLs to figure
Ever heard of bird flu? It's a virus that's been making headlines recently. The virus, called H5N1, has been spreading through poultry and even dairy cows. In the United States, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has reported 66 human cases so far, with most being in California. The viru
Get ready for a year full of exciting crime thrillers! From big-name franchises like Mission: Impossible and John Wick to lesser-known international films, there's something for everyone. One of the most anticipated releases is The Prosecutor, starring Donnie Yen as a prosecutor who risks his career
Ever wondered how the heat outside could influence what happens inside our cities? Well, it turns out that the temperature can have a pretty big impact on violent crime rates. Scientists have been studying this for years, but most of the time, they look at long periods and assume the effects are str
Have you ever wondered how different professionals learn to work together? Experimental research designs for interprofessional education and collaborative practice show us how. Imagine a team of doctors, nurses, and therapists coming together to learn and practice their skills. This isn't just about
You might know that extreme temperatures can lead to more people being admitted to the hospital. But did you know that these same temperatures can also make people stay in the hospital longer? In a study done in Hong Kong, researchers found that patients with heart and lung diseases stayed longer in
