Healthcare spending is on the rise. This is due to more money, better technology, and older people needing more care. It's crucial to figure out how well health systems work. This is because money isn't endless, and how we spend it affects how good our healthcare is and how well people get better.
Muscle health checks for people with idiopathic inflammatory myopathies (IIM) are usually done with a method called Manual Muscle Testing (MMT8). But, this method has some big problems. It's not always accurate and can be hard to do. So, researchers had some big ideas. They wanted to see if using se
Hospitals are places where people go to get better. But did you know that they also face a big problem? They waste a lot of food. This isn't just about throwing away extra food. It's about understanding why it happens and what can be done to stop it. Let's dive in and explore this issue. First, let
The last episode of Zero Day, which wrapped up the search for those responsible for a devastating attack, left many viewers disappointed. The revelation that Dreyer and Alex were part of the conspiracy was a highlight, but the way it was handled was a letdown. The show tried to make George a hero, b
Ostriches, those tall, flightless birds, might seem like unlikely candidates for carrying parasites. But, they can be hosts to some nasty ones. This is especially true for those living near the Yellow River in Zhengzhou City, central China. Three types of parasites are of particular concern: Cryptos
Two Mid-American Conference teams, Toledo Rockets and Bowling Green Falcons, are set to face off in a repeat matchup. The Rockets, with a 16-10 overall record and 9-4 in conference play, are hosting the Falcons, who have a 10-16 overall record and 4-9 in conference play. The Rockets have a strong re
The world of data is buzzing with information about births, deaths, and movements. This has opened up new ways to look at life tables, which are used to figure out how long people live and when they might die. One exciting development is the creation of life tables that can be measured in quarters,
Ethiopia is grappling with a serious mental health crisis. By the time they reach 14 or 15, many adults in Ethiopia have already experienced mental health symptoms. This makes mental disorders the top non-communicable condition in the country. To understand why, we need to look at the bigger picture
Imagine doctors as detectives, and numbers as clues. Biostatistics is the toolkit they use to solve health mysteries. It's not just about crunching numbers; it's about turning data into lifesaving decisions. Doctors use biostatistics to navigate the confusing world of health information. It's like
Ghana took a big step in 2008 to make healthcare more accessible. They introduced a policy that waived user fees for certain health services. This move was aimed at making it easier for people to access maternal health services, which in turn, would improve the health of both mothers and their child
