When teens are very sick, it's not just about medicine. It's also about who gets to decide what happens. Parents usually have the final say, but what if they don't agree with the doctors? This can make things really hard, especially when the teen is at the end of their life. Doctors have a tough jo
Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old state lawmaker, has made waves in New York City politics. Born in Uganda to Indian parents, he moved to New York City at a young age. His mother is the acclaimed filmmaker Mira Nair, and his father is a professor at Columbia University. Mamdani's journey to politics is
In Kenya, young people are still fighting for their rights. They took to the streets to remember the protests from last year. These protests were against a new tax law that would have made life harder for many people. The government did not like the protests. They told TV and radio stations to stop
Teens in Oman face bullying both in person and online. A recent study looked at how these experiences impact their mental health, behavior, and school performance. Researchers studied 1204 students aged 14-15. They found three groups: those not bullied, those bullied traditionally, and those bullied
Healthcare has the power to shape a fairer society, but it's not quite there yet. Right now, quality improvement (QI) processes focus on metrics and reports, but they often overlook equity. This is a big problem because equity should be at the heart of quality care. Without it, healthcare can't trul
In Rwanda, there's a big problem. Many young people can't read or write. This makes it hard for them to get the health help they need. There are special places called Youth Friendly Health Services (YFHS). They are supposed to help young people with their health questions. But not many people have s
Hormone therapy is a big deal for many transgender women. It helps them feel more like themselves. But what's the right amount of estradiol to take? Guidelines say 100-200 pg/mL. But does this range really work? A recent study looked at this question. It checked if the recommended estradiol levels
John Cena finally spoke about the revival of Coyote vs. Acme, months after the movie was saved from being shelved forever. The movie, which also stars Will Forte and Lana Condor, was almost lost when Warner Bros. Discovery decided to put it on hold to get a tax break. But after people complained, th
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In the world of leukemia treatment, genetics are playing an increasingly important role. A recent study looked at how genetic testing can help predict outcomes for young adults with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). The study focused on patients between the ages of 16 and 39, a group that often fa
