Music has always been a part of healing, but now science is showing just how much it can help. In Cleveland, Ohio, cancer patients can ask for a special kind of medicine: live music at their bedside. Studies show that music can make pain feel less intense, reducing it by about 20%. This doesn't mean
In today's tech-driven world, being good with digital tools is a must for medical students in China. These skills help them study, research, and eventually treat patients more effectively. Right now, there's no clear guide on what these digital skills should look like for future doctors in China. T
Schisandra chinensis fruits are famous for their health benefits. They protect the liver, reduce stress, and fight off harmful molecules. But, picking too many wild fruits led to farming them. However, farmed ones aren't as good as the wild ones. Scientists think this might be because wild plants fa
Heart failure is a big deal, especially for folks over 50. It's a top reason people end up in the hospital, and it can make life pretty tough. There's a treatment called Cardiac Resynchronisation Therapy (CRT) that can really help, but not enough doctors are using it. The usual ways to get doctors t
Cancer treatment is expensive. Radiation therapy is a common treatment, but not everyone pays the same price. This is a big problem. Why does this happen? One reason is location. Where you live affects how much you pay. In some areas, radiation therapy costs more than in others. This is unfair, but
The Federal Reserve's headquarters is getting a major upgrade, but the project is way over budget. This has caught the attention of former President Donald Trump, who has been critical of Fed Chair Jerome Powell. The renovation of the Fed's main building and other structures in Washington, DC, has s
People looking for details on nipple reconstruction might find it hard to get clear and easy-to-understand info online. This is true for both English and Spanish speakers. A recent study looked at how easy it is to find and understand this kind of health info on the web. The study checked many onli
In Norway, there's a big push to help people who've gone through something terrible: rape. Right after such a traumatic event, getting the right support can make a huge difference. That's where specialized centers come in. These places offer help, but how well they work isn't always clear. A recent
People often think that believing in a moral God brings people of the same faith together. But does this belief also help people from different faiths work together? Recent studies show that when people think about God, they tend to trust and be trusted more, not just by their own religious group, b
In a surprising turn of events, a former high-ranking official in the New York Police Department has taken legal action against Mayor Eric Adams and other top NYPD officials. The lawsuit, filed by Thomas Donlon, who briefly served as the interim police commissioner, accuses Adams and his team of run
