Did you know that your brain loves to make new friends and learn new tricks? Dr. Zaldy Tan from Cedars-Sinai says that our brains create new connections every time we meet someone new. This means that being social is super important for our brain health. It can also boost our mood, which is great be
Researchers are exploring new ways to track time and describe symptoms in people with asthma and other lung diseases. They're using a mix of methods to find the best approach. One tool they're testing is the EQ-5D-5L, a health survey that asks about daily life activities, pain or discomfort, anxiety
Ever felt chained to your desk all day? You're not alone. That's why the Ergo Desk was created. This Canadian innovation isn't just a standing desk; it also reclines like a chair. Why is that a big deal? Well, sitting all day can lead to some serious health issues like weight gain, heart problems, a
Ever noticed how surgeons can be crazy-specific about what they do? Like some prefer fixing bones (orthopaedic surgery), and within that, they might have a favourite body part or problem to tackle. This curious choice of interests among orthopaedic surgery residents in southern Nigeria is no excepti
Brain tumors, especially those that metastasize or develop as glioblastomas, are some of the most dangerous and fast-growing cancers. Patients usually don't live more than a year after diagnosis. One big issue is getting medicine to the brain. The blood-brain barrier, which protects the brain from h
On December 27, plane spotters at LAX observed a worrisome moment. A Delta Air Lines flight, headed to Atlanta, nearly collided with a chartered jet carrying the Gonzaga University basketball team. The Delta flight, operating on an Airbus A321, departed five minutes late and arrived in Atlanta about
Ever thought about how plastics could help save the planet? Well, they just might! Polymers, as scientists call them, are being used in amazing ways to make clean energy a reality. Let's start with wind power. You know those massive wind turbines? The blades are made from special polymers that make
Did you know that clogged arteries can affect more than just your heart? A recent study looked into how these blockages, known as panvascular disease (PVD), impact the lives of people with heart failure (HF) with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF). This condition means the heart can't pump blood as w
In the digital world, it's not just the good guys who evolve. Ransomware, a form of malware that locks your files and demands payment, has come a long way since its 1989 debut. Let’s dive into its history and future. It all started with a floppy disk scare. The “AIDs Trojan” was the first-known ran
Mental health is a big deal globally, and it's often overlooked in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states. A digital campaign by the Gulf Health Council aimed to change this by targeting adolescents across four popular social media platforms: TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, and X. The campaign collec
