Deep in the human skull There are two main issues we must talk about. These are called Basilar Invagination (BI) and Chiari I Malformation (CM). It is important to know that these can cause big health problems. BI means that the bottom of the skull sticks into the top part of the spin
Anaerobic digestion (AD) is a method where microorganisms convert organic materials, like food scraps and sludge, into biogas, which can be used as a renewable energy source. The efficiency of AD can be influenced by different types of fatty acids. Fatty acids are found in many products and
Researchers have set their sights on a critical question: Do medications taken during pregnancy impact the risk of childhood cancer? This is a big deal because, in wealthy countries, cancer is a major cause of death in kids. The problem is that we don't have much information on how in-utero medicati
The quality of care in control arms of clinical trials is a big deal. In the medical world, patients in control groups should get the best standard treatment. This is even more true when testing new treatments. Problems have been found in some trials for cancer treatments. This is where things s
Doctors try to help patients by understanding how skin issues affect their lives. The National Institute, an important organization, usually looks at how a disease hurts a person. Sometimes, they use different diseases to make decisions. Doctors do not have a set way for this. Some experts
The journey from prison back to life can be really hard, especially for those living with HIV and opioid use disorder. To figure out how methadone can help these individuals stay connected to HIV care, a study was done. The study had two groups; one group received methadone before their release, wh
Ever wondered why dentures, made from heat-polymerized acrylic resin, sometimes feel like a breeding ground for germs? Well, it's all about the surface. These dentures are popular in prosthodontics because they're easy to mold and handle. However, they have a dark side— they can easily beco
Asthma treatment involves regular check-ups using various methods. One of these methods is a simple and non-invasive tool known as the Fractional Exhaled Nitric Oxide (FeNO). This tool is administered through a device that measures the amount of nitric oxide in the breath. But can this breath test b
Nepal has rules for health research. They have to get approval from the Nepal Health Research Council before they start a study with humans. This is to keep people safe and make sure the study is good. Scientists must be given permission to publish their results. The first step is for t
Imagine this: a space rock named 2024 YR4 is cruising through the cosmos, and scientists have recently updated its chances of hitting Earth in 2032. The odds might seem a bit alarming at first. The new calculations suggest a 1-in-43 chance of impact. But before you start worrying, let's dive into th
