In the Philippines, the need for better drug addiction treatment and rehabilitation services has been growing. To address this, the Department of Health (DOH) has introduced a new residential treatment model called INTREPRET. This model has been integrated into 21 existing DOH-owned Treatment and Re
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common reason why women of reproductive age struggle to get pregnant. When combined with obesity, PCOS can make conception even harder and raises the risk for metabolic issues. Experts agree that changing lifestyle habits plays a crucial role in managing PCOS, e
Obesity rates have been climbing steeply in both the US and Canada, causing concern among public health experts. Researchers looked into the obesity prevention strategies used in these two countries. They reviewed high-quality studies published between 2014 and 2024 from databases like PubMed and ME
Everyone's talking about how a Trump presidency might affect digital assets like Bitcoin. But guess what? Some experts say it won't make a huge difference. Crypto is apolitical, meaning it's not really influenced by who’s in charge. Investors are hopeful a Republican government could foster growth,
Imagine trying to solve a complex puzzle without all the pieces. That's what doctors often face when treating epilepsy patients who don't respond to medications. But technology is coming to the rescue. Researchers have created a special type of AI, a customized GPT model, to help doctors make more a
I never thought I'd be pausing my gaming adventures to take pictures. But Dragon Age: The Veilguard has changed my mind. The game's photo mode is surprisingly fun and easy to use. It lets you snap shots from different angles, which is great for capturing the unique and artistic scenes. The game's gr
Imagine being a young child in Israel during the COVID-19 pandemic. This study peeks into the lives of 50 Israeli kids aged 3 to 6, from middle to high socioeconomic backgrounds. Using a card game to talk to them, researchers found out how they dealt with the pandemic. They noticed four big themes:
General surgery education has taken a big leap forward thanks to surgical simulations and training technologies. These tools have changed the game, offering a more hands-on, interactive, and effective way to train surgeons. Let's dive into how these innovations are making a difference in surgical ed
Malaria is still a major health problem in Africa, including Uganda. The parasites are becoming resistant to the main treatments, known as Artemisinin-based Combination Therapy. Scientists are looking for new ways to tackle this issue. In a recent study, researchers combined three plant extracts - A
You might be wondering what's happening in the housing market lately. Well, mortgage rates have been on the rise, and it seems like everyone is taking a moment to think about what this means. Last week, mortgage rates jumped to their highest point since July. This increase happened as investors star
