In China, doctors play a crucial role in mental health treatment. However, many medical students and residents feel they're not getting the psychotherapy training they need. This is where a new training program comes in. Designed by experts, this program is set to teach future doctors the skills the
Did you know that your race, where you live, and how much money you make can actually play a big role in whether you might lose a limb? Let's talk about something called chronic limb-threatening ischemia, which is a fancy term for when blood circulation is really poor in your leg. Because of this, s
Imagine being told you have a health condition that doctors can’t agree on, and treatments that could do more harm than good. Welcome to the confusing world of pseudo-endocrine disorders. These are health issues that sound real but lack solid science to back them up. One example is adrenal fatigue,
Did you know that the foods you eat and your lifestyle can affect your kidneys? Scientists have developed a special score called the Oxidative Balance Score (OBS) to measure this. It's like a report card for how well your body is dealing with stress caused by things like diet and daily habits. Resea
Dengue fever, a common tropical disease spread by mosquitoes, is heavily influenced by environmental factors like rain, heat, and city growth. This interesting study takes a deeper look at how small climates, plant life, and where Aedes mosquitoes live impact dengue outbreaks in areas with lots of c
You might not think much about how lazy you are, but it turns out that inactivity is a big deal. It's linked to all sorts of health problems like heart disease and early death. Even though doctors know that exercise and a good diet can help, they often don't check if their patients are active or not
Ever wondered how your neighborhood could affect your kids' education? Research has already shown that where you live can help or hinder kids' growth, but it's less clear how exactly neighborhoods do this. A recent study combined maps and surveys to figure out how different neighborhood resources an
Ike Perlmutter, the former chairman of Marvel Entertainment, recently made headlines after selling his stock in Disney. This move was praised by Donald Trump, who commented on Perlmutter's decision to leave the company. Trump suggested that Perlmutter, who once went from being broke to owning a sign
The wealthy couldn't be happier. Bitcoin soared past $100, 000 last year, and banks celebrated Donald Trump's victory. Wall Street is eagerly waiting for stock gains in 2025. At the same time, homelessness jumped 18%. Small business owners worry about Trump's tariffs and immigration threats. It's a
Paraoxonase-1, or PON1, is a key protein that plays a vital role in heart health. It’s often linked with HDL, the “good cholesterol, ” and is known for its abilities to fight off harmful substances and reduce inflammation. Low PON1 activity has been connected to heart diseases. Lysophospholipids, or
