In a surprising move, Greenwich's Board of Selectmen voted 2-1 to seek a temporary restraining order against the Board of Education. The vote comes after both boards appointed different candidates to fill a school board vacancy. The selectmen argue that the BOE's actions were illegal, while the BOE
Imagine a world where therapists can detect mental health problems with greater accuracy. That’s the goal of a recent study that tested a special course on diagnosing mental disorders. The course was taught in many places to see if it could help therapists spot issues without causing harm. Misdiagn
In Italy, the number of refugees and asylum seekers has been rising, bringing along social, economic, and health challenges. These groups often face tough times, which can take a toll on their mental well-being. Studies show that compared to the general population, refugees and asylum seekers are mo
Deep learning models have been making waves in the medical field, especially when it comes to diagnosing eye diseases. These models often focus on boosting accuracy or speed, but accessibility is a growing concern. Early detection is key to preventing vision loss, and that's where new datasets come
Cancer is a tough fight, especially for people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds in Australia. Spiritual, religious, or personal beliefs can help them cope with the physical and mental struggles. This study looked into how cancer patients from culturally and linguistically diverse (CA
Black people in the US face a higher chance of getting Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD). Scientists are digging deeper into psychosocial factors that might be behind these racial differences. Previous research has shown that quality of life (QoL) and religious or spiritual (R/S) prac
Ever wondered how healthcare providers in Guinea handled certain tropical diseases? A recent study looked into this, focusing on diseases like trachoma and onchocerciasis. From November 7th to 22nd, 2022, researchers surveyed 86 healthcare providers in the Forecariah health district. They used a que
Imagine a simple word gaining global buzz overnight. That's what happened to "demure" in 2024. Dictionary. com, the go-to online dictionary, chose this six-letter adjective as the Word of the Year. Lexicographers studied tons of data to pick the word that best captured the spirit of 2024. "Demure" s
Have you ever wondered how gene therapy is changing the way scientists treat blood disorders? Well, the journey started with the discovery of DNA's structure and gene regulation mechanisms in the early 20th century. This foundation laid the groundwork for gene therapy (GT), which uses platforms like
Did you know that where you live in Austria can affect your chances of being admitted to a hospital for depression? A recent study looked at hospital admissions for depressive episodes among adults in Austria from 2009 to 2014. The study found some intriguing patterns. Suburban areas had the highest
