This weekend, Washington, DC, is set to host a grand military parade. It's not just any parade, though. This one is a birthday gift to the president, who turns 79. But while the president enjoys his celebration, millions of people across the country are planning to make their voices heard. They're p
The House of Representatives made a significant move by voting to cut two years of funding, totaling $1. 1 billion, for public media outlets. This decision, which narrowly passed with a 214 to 212 vote, was largely along party lines, with only two Republicans switching their votes. The request for t
Occupational therapy (OT) is a crucial part of mental health care. But when it comes to early psychosis, its role is not as clear. A recent effort aimed to map out what we know about OT in early psychosis treatment. This involved a deep dive into existing research. The goal was to see how OT fits in
Family gatherings should be joyful, but for one father, they've become a battleground. Doug and Linda, his adult children, have been at odds for three years, and neither is willing to apologize or even speak to the other. This rift has made family events, like holiday meals and birthday parties, ten
The Peruvian Amazon is home to the Ashaninka people. The Ashaninka are known for their deep connection to the rainforest. But, they face big challenges when it comes to having babies in hospitals. The World Health Organization (WHO) reports that 2. 8 million mothers and newborns die each year fr
The time around childbirth is tough for many women. They need help from various experts to stay healthy. This support should be tailored to each family's needs. It should also strengthen the bond between partners. In Germany, there are many services for this. But, some families who need it most aren
Emergency room visits due to suicide attempts have been closely watched in a regional hospital in Barcelona. The goal was to understand the people who came in and the specifics of their visits. The study looked at data from 2019 to 2023. This time frame was chosen to see how things changed over t
Sleep is crucial for making good choices. Yet, many studies focus on broad behaviors and miss the details of how sleep loss messes with our brains. This piece looks at how missing out on sleep affects different parts of decision-making. It also points out some big problems with how these studies a
Therapists worldwide have had to rethink their approaches due to global upheavals. These events have shaken the usual ways of doing therapy. The focus is on how these professionals have handled the changes and kept helping their clients. Therapists have had to face some tough questions. They've had
The food we consume plays a significant role in preventing cardiovascular disease. However, healthcare providers may not always be up-to-date with the latest research on how diet affects heart health. This review looks at existing studies to understand how different eating habits and specific foods
