You know how mental illnesses like schizophrenia and bipolar disorder can be tough? Well, add to that the challenge of substance use. It's more common among these folks in southwestern Uganda. We checked out 385 patients from June to August 2022. We asked about their alcohol and cannabis use, suppor
Ever wondered how your body fights off allergies? turns out, a protein called Clec12b plays a big role in this! Researchers found that this protein helps soothe skin irritation caused by house dust mites. They tested this on mice with allergy symptoms similar to what humans experience. Mice have th
You might know tranexamic acid (TXA) for its blood-related perks, like in knee replacements and rotator cuff repairs. But what about its effect on shoulder surgery? This study is all about finding out if TXA can make your shoulder feel and move better right after a total shoulder replacement (TSA).
Eating disorders (EDs) are a serious health issue, and finding ways to help more people is a big goal for public health. One idea is to use apps to provide support and treatment. Some apps offer real-time help and messages, but do they really make a difference? And can they help people use health se
Let's take a closer look at how religion and coping methods influence how undergraduate African American college students in the South perceive their mental health. Scientists conducted a study at a big public university in the South to understand these connections better. They brought together 131
When it comes to making decisions about health services, including those for mothers and newborns, it's crucial to involve everyone affected – service users and other stakeholders. This practice is seen as democratic and open. But, in low- and middle-income countries, there's a gap in understanding
Student-run health clinics are a fantastic way for future allied health professionals to get hands-on experience. These clinics let students practice their skills, gain confidence, and even learn how to manage a clinic. They're a great solution to the problem of finding quality learning opportunitie
In a heartbreaking turn of events, a 13-year-old girl named Milana Li was discovered dead in a creek in Washington County, Oregon on May 10, 2022. Just under a mile from her home, her lifeless body was found after a frantic search sparked by her mother’s report of her disappearance. The police deter
Did you know that human trafficking is one of the world's fastest-growing crimes? Healthcare providers often struggle to spot, rescue, and care for victims because they don’t know enough about it. This isn’t good news for the United States, where healthcare professionals need to be more aware. If y
Medical students often struggle with learning from images that only show a few skin colors. Artificial Intelligence (AI) can help by creating tailored images, but there's a problem: most AI training data comes from books that ignore darker skin tones. This means AI-generated images might not show di
