International health care students face unique obstacles when studying abroad. These hurdles, largely due to cultural adjustments and demanding academic programs, deeply affect their well-being. It's vital to understand what helps or hinders these students to ensure they thrive in their academic and
Teaching veterinary students in countries with limited resources can be tough. In Cambodia, the Royal University of Agriculture faced challenges in covering the 11 essential skills outlined by the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH). To tackle this, universities from the U. S. and New Zealan
From the late 70s to the early 90s, Atlanta had an unusual problem: kudzu, a quick-growing vine, was taking over. It may sound like a harmless plant, but for city officials, it was a major health concern. Kudzu can cover everything, including dead bodies, and it attracts pests like rats, snakes, and
Have you ever thought about making insulin-producing cells from scratch? That's what scientists are trying to do with induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs). These amazing cells can transform into almost any cell type in the body, including the ones that make insulin. The goal is to create these ins
More than 75 Nobel Prize winners have joined forces to urge the Senate not to confirm Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as the secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). This is a rare move for the esteemed group, who usually steer clear of politics. The concern? Kennedy's controversial vie
Representative Ro Khanna from California made a big blunder on a social media platform, wrongly claiming that top health insurance companies made over $1. 3 trillion in profits in 2023. The real figure? A much smaller $70. 7 billion. This mix-up happened during a time when talks about healthcare ref
Imagine you're designing a hospital. You want it to be good for patients and staff, right? But also, you want it to be kind to the environment. How do you balance both? A recent study found that by looking at past research, we can see where these two goals overlap. Scientists checked through lots o
Did you know you can now check for HPV at home? Starting at age 30, experts suggest doing this test every five years. It's a big deal because HPV can sometimes lead to cancer. While Pap smears are still important, they might miss some things. The good news is that most HPV infections clear up on the
Ever heard of raw milk? It's the new buzzword in health circles, with famous faces like Robert F. Kennedy Jr. advocating for its legalization. They claim it's a nutritional powerhouse, but is it really worth the risk? Some fans say raw milk helps with digestion and even clears up skin problems, than
President-elect Trump sat down with NBC’s “Meet the Press” to discuss his thoughts on healthcare and abortion. He didn't have much to say about replacing Obamacare, though. He still only has “ideas” for a better plan, and he’s not sure when he’ll have a full one. When asked about abortion pills, Tru
