Alzheimer's disease can cause a lot of confusion and fear. One strange thing that happens is that some people with Alzheimer's think that others are stealing from them. This is called theft delusion. Four women with Alzheimer's were studied to understand this better. They all lived alone and had
Emergency rooms around the world are under immense strain. Aging populations, people with multiple health issues, and a lack of staff are just a few of the challenges they face. To tackle these problems, hospitals are turning to technology. One solution gaining traction is the use of digital kiosks.
In the United States, the relationship between doctors and guns is complicated. Doctors who own guns often struggle to talk about gun safety with their patients. This is especially true for those who treat injuries from gun violence. A recent effort tried to understand why this is the case. The iss
In Malaysia, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are grappling with the shift to Industry 4. 0. This digital revolution, powered by the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI), and big data, is transforming the global economy. However, many SMEs are finding it tough to keep up.
Google's newest feature for Pixel phones, Magic Portrait, is making waves in the Android 16 beta. This tool is designed to make lock screen wallpapers more eye-catching by framing the main subject. It's part of the Pixel wallpaper app's effects and works by isolating a portion of an image and offeri
The well-being of priests in Portugal has been a topic of interest. A recent investigation looked into how personality traits, leisure activities, and professional support affect the risk of burnout among these religious leaders. The study involved 208 priests who took two tests: one for personalit
The well-being of horses is often judged by specific behaviors or health signs. However, a horse's overall welfare is shaped by its entire environment. This includes how it is cared for and how it is used. Previous work has shown that different riding schools can have horses with unique emotional tr
Plastics are everywhere. They are in the ocean, in the soil, and even in our food. Scientists have uncovered a worrying trend: microplastics are making their way into human brains. This discovery has sparked a deeper look into how these tiny particles might be affecting our mental health. The brain
The medical world is buzzing with a big question: How can eye surgeons cut down on the mountains of trash they produce? More and more, doctors are taking a hard look at their practices. This is especially true for those who perform cataract surgeries. These surgeries are incredibly common. In fa
The COVID-19 pandemic, caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, swept across the globe from 2020 to 2022. It spread quickly, but thankfully, most people did not die from it. However, it did put a lot of pressure on healthcare systems around the world. A recent study looked at how to predict future health
