Pneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia, or PCP, is a severe lung infection that often affects people living with HIV (HIV+) who have weakened immune systems. The go-to treatment for PCP is trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (TMP-SMX), even though it comes with some side effects. But is TMP-SMX really the best
Imagine getting paid for your expert opinion in cryptocurrency. This is what's happening in the world of peer reviews! A scientific journal has started paying reviewers in digital coins, sparking debate about the future of academic payments. The journal believes this is a fair way to compensate revi
As the year comes to a close, many might think 2024 was a dull year for movies due to production delays in 2023. But look closer, and you'll find a treasure trove of independent and international films that made a splash. Sure, big-budget hits like "Gladiator II" and "Wicked" didn't live up to expec
In the age of internet reviews, how a hotel responds to negative feedback can make or break its reputation. A recent study looked at how hotels in Beijing and London use language to deal with unhappy guests. It turns out, they have different ways of handling complaints. The study found that Chinese
Picture this: a bunch of scientists huddled over their computers, typing away at the UAI 2022 conference. The hot topic? Should reviewers know each other's names while discussing papers? The conference decided to test this out. Reviewers and papers were split into two groups – one where names were v
This year, I've tested a lot of smart tech devices, and a few stood out so much that I just had to keep them. Let's start with the Brisk It smoker. It's not just a smart grill, but a smart smoker that makes cooking a breeze. You pick what you want to cook on your phone, send the recipe to the grill,
Ever wondered how you can get the latest research findings quickly? The American Journal of Health-System Pharmacy (AJHP) has an exciting way to keep you in the loop. They've decided to post accepted manuscripts online right after peer review and editing, even before they're professionally formatted
Cervical cancer has been a major health concern for a long time. But thanks to advances in medicine, the way we manage it is constantly changing. Let's dive into the latest updates. First, there's better screening. We're using new tests that are more accurate. These tests are helping us catch cervi
Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes of a factory or an office? The folks at the American Journal of Industrial Medicine have been diving deep into this question for their 2024 review. It's not just about counting the number of workers or the machines they use. No, they're looking at the nit
Understanding health information is key to staying well. Experts suggest medical details should be written like for a sixth-grader. But often, even patients struggle with scientific articles. They're tricky! Our team looked at how big language models (LLMs) can make these articles easier to read. We
