In the world of football, a simple remark can spark a storm. This time, it was Philadelphia Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie's turn to face the heat. His comments about a controversial play, known as the "tush push, " landed him in hot water. Lurie's remarks were made during a lengthy speech at the NFL's
The government recently shared a report on chronic diseases in the U. S. This report is a big deal because it's the first time a government agency has been so honest about the state of America's health. It's a wake-up call to do something about the health crisis. The report points fingers at seve
The UK's decision to transfer the Chagos Islands to Mauritius has faced a significant legal hurdle. A recent court ruling has paved the way for this transfer to proceed. This move has sparked intense debate and emotion among the Chagossian people, who have a deep connection to the islands. The Chag
The World Health Organization (WHO) made history on March 20. It happened when member countries adopted the first-ever global pandemic agreement. This pact aims to strengthen the world's readiness for future pandemics. The U. S. chose not to join in. This decision has sparked conversations about gl
The pectoralis major is a muscle that has long puzzled medical professionals. The muscle has a complex structure. A recent discovery has shed new light on this mystery. It turns out that there are two distinct tendons in the distal pectoralis major. These tendons are the deltopectoral tendon and
Parkinson's disease is a tough condition. It messes with movement and can make daily life a real struggle. Many people with Parkinson's deal with ups and downs in their symptoms. This is where a treatment called foslevodopa/foscarbidopa comes in. It's a fancy name for a medicine that's given through
Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) and axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA) are complex conditions. They affect many people. Yet, there is a gap in understanding how these conditions are treated in real-world settings. This is especially true for biologic and targeted synthetic disease-modifying anti-rheumatic
Moms have many ideas about what causes autism spectrum disorder. Understanding these ideas is crucial for guiding parents and healthcare providers. It can also shape healthcare decisions. A large study looked at data from 2007 to 2020. It involved over 8, 000 mothers of preschoolers, both with and w
Eye health is a major concern today. Three conditions are leading the charge: age-related macular degeneration (AMD), glaucoma, and diabetic eye diseases (DED). These are not just medical issues; they're also economic ones. As the population ages, the number of people affected by these diseases is s
Many people know that what a mother eats or drinks during pregnancy can affect a baby's development. But what about the father? Recent studies have shed light on how a dad's health and habits can influence his child's future. One surprising factor is the medication he takes, especially during the ti
