Health experts are sounding the alarm. They fear that Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , the Health and Human Services Secretary, might remove key members of the U. S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF). This panel of primary care experts has been a cornerstone of preventive healthcare for decades. The c
Portable CT scanners are shaking up healthcare. They bring high-tech imaging right to the patient's side. This is a big deal in places like emergency rooms, operating rooms, and even ambulances. No more waiting or moving patients, which can be risky. These scanners are a lifesaver in critical situa
Newborn sepsis is a big problem around the world, especially in countries that don't have a lot of money. It's hard to know how many babies get sick because there aren't enough good tests to find out. This makes it tough to plan how to help them. In many places, doctors don't have the right tools t
Argentina made history by legalizing abortion, but the real challenge began after the law passed. The fight for reproductive rights is far from over. The question now is: How can the country ensure that everyone, regardless of where they live or their social status, has access to safe and quality ab
In South Africa, men who are not straight face big problems with HIV. They have a hard time sticking to their daily HIV medicine. This makes it tough to keep the virus under control. Things like hiding their status, feeling ashamed, and dealing with partners make it even harder. A new kind of HIV m
In Leshan City, China, a recent survey of 1, 498 hospital patients revealed that while many are open to helping with their own safety, there's a noticeable gap between their willingness and their actions. The survey, conducted across 18 hospitals, scored patients' willingness at an average of 4. 13
A licensed practical nurse from Yarmouth, Kaitlin Tipton, found herself in legal trouble after being accused of stealing oxycodone from the East Boston health care facility where she worked. The incident, which took place between November 2023 and February 2024, involved Tipton allegedly diverting o
In Yogyakarta, Indonesia, many babies are born weighing too little. This is a big problem. Health workers are trying to fix it. They talked to midwives, moms, and experts to find out how. They found three big things. First, health centers are doing what they can. They teach moms about healthy pregn
In many rural areas, getting good paediatric care can be tough. Most expert doctors and big hospitals are in cities. This means kids in the countryside often have to travel far, wait a long time, and sometimes go through many check-ups just to see a specialist. To fix this, a clever idea called the
Healthcare providers in women's health are aware of PrEP, a medicine that prevents HIV. But they are not using it much. This is a problem because PrEP can help women stay safe from HIV. A recent study wanted to find out why this is happening and how to make things better. The study talked to doctor
