Adults with misaligned teeth often face tough choices about their treatment. A new tool has been created to measure how much these patients get to be part of the decision-making process. This tool, called the Participation in Treatment Decision-Making Scale for Adults with Malocclusion (PTDMS-AM), h
In a hospital's intensive care unit, a man in his 30s lies with a swollen belly, his skin yellowed from liver failure. Despite his discomfort, he smiles. His family watches anxiously, and nurses visit just to chat. Without a liver transplant, he won't survive. But should he be on the transplant list
In a recent study, researchers put the CORE wearable sensor to the test to see how well it measures body temperature during exercise in hot conditions. The device aims to estimate core body temperature without invasive methods, which is crucial for preventing heat-related illnesses during physical a
Senator Rand Paul recently spoke out about a big issue in healthcare. He believes that during the pandemic, the idea of informed consent took a backseat. This is when patients and doctors make medical decisions together, based on what's best for the individual. Paul pointed out that the government
The White House has recently made a bold move. They've released a new strategy to tackle what they call "domestic terrorism. " This strategy targets a wide range of groups and institutions. The White House claims these groups are against American values. The document focuses on so-called "anti-fasc
A prominent Republican senator has publicly disagreed with former President Donald Trump on two significant issues: the use of acetaminophen and the topic of free speech. Senator John Thune from South Dakota believes that Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. should focus on science to regain publi
Pennsylvania's environment is a hot topic, especially when it comes to elections. The state's Constitution guarantees clean air, pure water, and a healthy environment to all residents. This isn't just empty talk; it's a legal right that the state's Supreme Court has defended in the past. In a big c
Florida has long been known for its strict gun laws, particularly its ban on openly carrying firearms in public. This ban has been in place since the 1980s, but it's not the first time the state has tried to restrict open carry. In fact, Florida first banned open carry way back in 1893. The ban was
A small earthquake, measuring 4. 3 on the Richter scale, recently shook the San Francisco Bay Area. This event, though not very strong, was felt by many people in the region. Earthquakes of this magnitude are common in California due to its location along the Pacific Ring of Fire. The shaking was c
Black women are often told to be tough. This idea is called the "Strong Black Woman" role. It's something they learn from a young age. This study looked at six Black women who lived through Hurricane Katrina. They were all moms and students at a community college. Their ages ranged from 23 to 31 whe
