Pregnant women dealing with opioid use disorder often rely on Buprenorphine (BUP). Keeping an eye on how much BUP they're taking during pregnancy is super important. It helps make sure they're getting the right dose and staying healthy. One way to do this is by looking at hair samples. Hair can show
You might be curious about how marijuana use affects the mental health of adults in the US. Researchers set out to discover if there's a link between using marijuana and experiencing serious psychological distress (SPD). They looked at a big group of people from all around the country to find out.
Chronic diseases are no joke. About a third of adults are dealing with more than one. To make handling these diseases easier, digital health tools are being used. But, the use of these tools isn't as widespread as you'd think. It's puzzling why these innovations aren't catching on faster. What's mor
Last week wasn't bad, but it could have been better. Florio and Simms both had a good run, with Florio at 9-4 and Simms at 8-5 straight up. When it came to spreads, they tied at 6-6-1. For the season, Florio leads with 143-65 straight up, and Simms is close behind at 139-69. Against the spread, Flor
You might wonder if all the health laws passed in New York over the last decade actually make a difference. A recent study dove into this question by looking at 13 different health areas and how they affected 311 hotline service complaints. The big finding? Legislation about hazardous materials seem
Ever heard of Schachter Entertainment? They just promoted Rachel Saltzman to partner. Rachel's been with them for 12 years, helping actors in TV, film, and theater. She's now based in NYC. The company has top clients, like Tony winners and nominees. Imagine having people who've won 18 Tony Awards on
The 5A's Framework, which stands for Assess, Advise, Assist, Agree, and Arrange, has been a go-to guide for doctors and nurses when they advise patients about their weight. But how often is this framework used in research studies focused on obesity and weight counseling? A recent review of scientifi
Japanese car maker Nissan has given its management team a big shakeup. Jeremie Papin, who was in charge of Nissan's U. S. operations, is now the new chief financial officer. This change comes after Nissan had a tough quarter, losing money and seeing sales drop. Papin has a lot of experience, which N
Have you ever wondered what scientists mean when they talk about animals "volunteering" for research? It turns out that this term has a lot of different meanings in the scientific world. This topic was explored by researchers who looked at how scientists use animals in behavioral and psychological s
The potato tuber moth (PTM), Phthorimaea operculella, is a big problem for potato farmers everywhere. So far, the main way to deal with it is by using chemical pesticides, which are not great for the environment or people's health. Scientists have been looking for better ways to control PTM. They fo
