Measles is making a comeback in the U. S. The number of reported cases has hit a milestone not seen in years. In just one week, 91 cases were confirmed, with Arkansas, Hawaii, and Indiana joining the list of states affected. This spike is part of a larger trend, with over 700 cases reported so far t
The world of healthcare is buzzing with talk about big data. It is the future. But there is a problem. There are gaps in the way we record and share data from a common eye test. This test is called standard automated perimetry. It measures a person's field of vision. It is crucial for detectin
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a complex disease that affects people in many different ways. In Canada, the population living with MS is quite diverse. A recent study took a close look at the available information about this diversity. The goal was to figure out what we know and what we don't know ab
The mental well-being of African migrants in Australia remains a bit of a mystery. Even though this community is growing, it hasn't received much attention from researchers. This is especially true when it comes to their mental health and how they access support services. There are some big questio
The impact of digital tools on public sector jobs is a hot topic. There is a lot of talk about how digitalization affects services. However, not much has been said about how it affects the people working in public sector jobs. This is a big deal. Public sector jobs are important. They include r
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) affects many people, especially women. Despite medical advice saying it's safe, many women with IBD choose not to have children. They also use birth control less often. This might be because doctors and patients don't fully understand how IBD affects fertility and
The idea of focusing on the needs of mothers during pregnancy and childbirth is a hot topic. This approach is known as human-centered design (HCD). HCD is about making sure that the care given to mothers is not just clinically sound but also feels right to them. The goal is to make the whole experie
Everyone deserves top-notch medical care no matter where they live. Right now, there are huge differences in the level of brain surgery care around the world. Some places have state-of-the-art facilities while others are still using outdated methods. This isn't just about fancy equipment but also a
First, let's talk about streetlights. You know, those tall poles with bright bulbs that light up our roads and sidewalks at night? Well, they're not just about helping us see in the dark. Because of the light they create, bugs, birds and other creatures can get confused and this can actually hurt ou
Finally, the scores from the National Assessment of Educational Progress– - called the "nation’s report card" - are in. Lots of states in New England are seeing similar results to rest of the country. Their students' math and reading scores held steady in some cases, while in others there isn't any
