Imagine if we looked at Uganda's anti-gay law through the eyes of ancient Greek philosopher Plato. His character Aristophanes in the Symposium suggests that love, including between same-sex partners, is a natural part of human experience. What if we applied this idea to Uganda? Would it change our v
When it comes to contraceptive care, clients are looking for something personal and tailored to their needs. The goal is simple: help them meet their reproductive health goals. However, recent findings show that the way providers offer this care could use some improvement. This review dives into wha
Cryptocurrency has become a big deal lately, especially with a president who's all for it. But before you decide to invest, it's important to know the dark side of this digital money. First off, creating cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin uses tons of energy. This isn't great for the environment and add
Did you know that the guidelines for physical activity (PA) suggest that we should maintain the same level of activity throughout our adult lives to live longer? This advice is based on the idea that consistent activity keeps our hearts healthy and bodies strong. But is this advice really one-size-f
Get ready, California! A powerful atmospheric river is on its way, packing a punch that could lead to dangerous flooding. This isn't your average rainstorm; it's expected to dump a whopping 12 to 16 inches of rain in some areas. This isn't a new thing; earlier this week, a bomb cyclone brought simil
Let's talk about the latest weather troubles in Northern California. Meteorologists predict up to 16 inches of rain through Friday, with some places like Santa Rosa already seeing 5 inches in just 24 hours. This heavy rain is part of a strong atmospheric river, a big stream of moisture, hitting the
California is at a crossroads when it comes to artificial intelligence (AI). Recently, a bill aiming to boost AI training was proposed, but Governor Gavin Newsom vetoed it. Some people worry that this could slow down tech growth in the state. The United States doesn't have a single data privacy law,
In 2013, Medicare started paying doctors for helping patients after they leave the hospital. This is called transitional care management (TCM). We wanted to find out how this has affected patients. We studied the records of many patients and compared the care given by different groups of doctors. So
Let's dive into the world of sports technology! A recent study explored whether the Jump Power app can reliably and accurately measure vertical jumps in professional soccer players. The researchers compared the app with the Optojump photoelectric cell system, a well-trusted method for such measureme
Netflix is on a roll with its international reality shows. Recently, they announced a third season for the popular Korean competition series, Physical 100. For the first time, this season will include fit contestants from all across Asia, turning it into a massive regional showdown. Last year, the f
