In the United States, a significant number of people, roughly 32 million, reside in rural counties. These individuals face a major hurdle: limited access to comprehensive cancer care. This lack of access leads to several issues. Patients in these areas often report more negative social and economic
Brain organoids are tiny, simplified versions of a human brain grown in a lab. They are made from cells taken from people with a specific disease. These organoids help scientists understand how the disease affects the brain. One such disease is hereditary diffuse leukoencephalopathy with axonal sphe
The world of medicine is always on the lookout for new ways to fight infections. One surprising source of help comes from the tiny stingless bees of Australia. These bees produce honey with unique properties that can fight off harmful germs. This honey comes from three types of stingless bees: Tetra
Advanced biliary tract cancer is a serious condition that often requires a combination of treatments. One such treatment involves chemo-immunotherapy with gemcitabine, cisplatin, and durvalumab, followed by maintenance therapy with just durvalumab. The question is, who benefits most from this mainte
A recent study dug into how kids talk and communicate in their early years. It focused on Indigenous Australian children. The goal was to see if these early language skills could predict how well they would do in school later on. Many people might think that school success is all about what happe
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
In remote regions, providing end-of-life care for cancer patients at home can be quite tough. This is especially true in countries like Norway, where 16% of the population lives in rural areas. These areas often face significant hurdles due to their distance from medical facilities and the scarcity
In China, understanding and supporting LGB identities has taken a significant step forward. A new tool, the Chinese Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Positive Identity Measure (C-LGB-PIM), has been developed. This tool aims to assess the positive aspects of LGB identities among Chinese individuals. The pro
Celiac disease is a tricky condition. It is an autoimmune disorder that flares up when someone with it eats gluten. This causes inflammation in the intestines and a range of symptoms. The only way to manage it is by sticking to a gluten-free diet. This can be tough, especially for kids in school
Max Verstappen's impressive maneuver at the start of the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix put him in the lead and set the stage for a potential win. This wasn't an easy feat, as he had to overtake Oscar Piastri, who had started from pole position. Piastri had a strong start, but Verstappen managed to stay
