The quality of care in control arms of clinical trials is a big deal. In the medical world, patients in control groups should get the best standard treatment. This is even more true when testing new treatments. Problems have been found in some trials for cancer treatments. This is where things s
Birds like the pine siskin have a unique behavior called spring nomadism. This is different from the usual, predictable seasonal movements of other birds. These birds are facultative migrants, they do not move in a set pattern. They go nomadic in the spring. Scientists have long been curious about w
Being close to nature and engaging in traditional and spiritual activities is really important for young Indigenous people. These activities boost their overall health and well-being, keeping their cultural heritage alive and kicking. Sadly, historical policies and modern challenge
Think of rats. You might not consider them when thinking of a complicated diet. But did you know that these little creatures can help us learn a lot about how our bodies change when we eat poorly? By eating a high-fat diet, rats can become obese. This is not that surprising, since it is kn
Have you ever heard about a tradition where women and girls are sent away from their homes during their monthly periods? This is not a myth, but a reality in some parts of Nepal. This practice, known as Chhaupadi, is prevalent in the Western region of Nepal. Imagine being forced to live in
Young athletes are often eager to excel in their sports. There are different ways to train them to achieve this goal. First, let's talk about two different training methods. One is Integrative Neuromuscular Training (INT). The other is the Traditional Physical Training (PT). Integ
Surgeons have been using 3D imaging in operations for quite some time. But when it comes to close quarters of the chest, things turn fuzzy. Surgical scenes are often dull and have brightness changes. Traditional 3D methods aren't reliable in such conditions. They depend on matching feature
Imagine waking up in an intensive care unit, heart problems in tow. You're in for a rough ride, right? Well, a study wanted to see if syncing nurse care with our body's natural clock could make a difference. A bunch of patients in the coronary intensive care unit were given care that worked wit
There is a big world of trade happening in Pokémon TCG Pocket. Players are finding ways to buy and sell rare digital cards for real money. This isn’t what the game was meant to be used for and this is not how you should play the game but you can bet it is happening. The game Pokémon TCG Pocket is a
Brain AVMs, which are tangled messes of arteries and veins, can cause serious brain bleeds even in young people. They are a significant reason for strokes in younger age groups. Managing these complicated messes, especially the high-grade ones, poses a tough challenge. Surgery to take these AVMs ou
