Ever wondered how cycling and visual tasks affect your brain? A small study tried to find out. They looked at how cycling on a stationary bike and a visual task, like searching for items, impact brain function. Twenty-seven young adults took part. They did four sessions. First, they checked their f
Over the past decade, health economists have been paying more attention to the bigger picture when evaluating the value of medical treatments. A recent study looked at nearly 8, 000 cost-effectiveness analyses (CEAs) from 2013 to 2023. These studies compare the costs and benefits of different health
Desistance, the process of leaving a life of crime, is often seen as a straightforward journey. However, it's far from simple. It's more like a winding road with many obstacles. This is especially true for those trying to leave gangs or drug-related activities. A recent study looked at a Swedish pro
Virtual healthcare is becoming a big deal. But how does it compare to traditional hospital care? A recent study looked at this question. It focused on adults with acute or post-acute illness. The study compared virtual healthcare to hospital care. It looked at clinical effectiveness, cost, quality
Flu season is back, and it's looking like it might be a rough one. The virus has changed a lot, making it harder for our bodies to fight it off. This means more people could get sick, and those who are more at risk might get really sick or even need to go to the hospital. The flu virus is a tricky
Smartphone use is a big part of life for many students. But is it becoming too big? A recent study looked at this question among Spanish university students. It found that over a third of them might be using their phones in unhealthy ways. The study asked students about their phone habits, health,
Infection control is a big deal in residential care homes. Staff there work hard to keep residents, visitors, and themselves safe. But how they get trained matters a lot. Right now, training often happens through quick talks or one-on-one chats. That might not be enough. So, what if games could help
Gun safety is a big deal in rural areas. More kids get hurt or even kill themselves with guns there than in cities. So, how can we talk to rural families about keeping guns safe? A recent study tried to figure this out. They talked to parents in Iowa who live on farms and have kids between 10 and 1
Michigan is gearing up for a snowy week. The weather forecast has seen some adjustments, with certain areas now expecting more snow than previously thought. This snowfall is all thanks to lake-effect snow, which means the snowbelts in the northwest and southwest parts of Lower Michigan will be hit t
In Ontario, Canada, a concerning trend has been observed with carbapenemase-producing Enterobacter (CP-Ent) bacteria. These superbugs are becoming more common. They are the third most prevalent type of carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriaceae globally. What makes them particularly troublesome is t
