Shaquille O'Neal, the former NBA star, has made massive strides in his health journey. From facing life-threatening conditions to flaunting his abs on social media, he's come a long way. But there's a surprising issue: Shaq hates drinking water. He only drinks when he feels dehydrated, which isn't t
Have you ever thought about how tough it can be for nurses to provide end-of-life care to patients and their families from different cultural backgrounds in Intensive Care Units (ICUs)? With the world becoming more diverse, this challenge is becoming more common. Nurses often feel like they're navig
Patrick Fishburn, a rising star in the world of golf, wasn't always destined to be a professional golfer. Born in Ogden, Utah, to a sporty family, Fishburn was more into basketball and other activities as a teenager. But something changed, and he found his true calling on the golf course. By 2009, h
Today's methods for keeping an eye on the cognition of older adults aren't cutting it, especially with the rising number of people with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. We need better ways that are sensitive, can be used on a large scale, give objective results, and reflect real-life funct
Ever wondered how chemo affects those battling bone and soft tissue sarcomas? Well, a recent study took a close look at this. Researchers wanted to see how tiredness, quality of life, and daily activities changed in these patients during the first six months of chemotherapy. They also aimed to find
Imagine you're in a country torn by conflict, and you're one of the many people who use a wheelchair. Life can feel pretty tough, right? But for some, wheelchair basketball is more than just a sport—it's a lifeline. Researchers decided to find out just how important this game is for athletes from lo
Ever wondered how lifelong singles differ from those who have always been in relationships? A recent study used data from the Survey of Health, Ageing and Retirement in Europe (SHARE) to find out. The research looked at over 77, 000 people, mostly over 50 years old, from 27 countries. It turned out
Gardner Minshew is a name known in the NFL, but unlike many players, his personal life isn’t splashed all over social media. He’s not the type to show off his significant other like it’s a touchdown. In fact, no one really knows who he’s dating, if anyone. This is pretty surprising given his unique
Meet the DINKs – dual income, no kids couples who are splurging on luxury vacations and dining out. With a median net worth of nearly $400, 000, they're living what feels like a 1% lifestyle. A recent survey shows they spend four times more on eating out and double on vacations compared to other Ame
Colon cancer, also known as colorectal cancer (CRC), is a tricky enemy. It's not just about the genes you inherit; your daily habits play a big part too. Scientists have been puzzle-solving this mystery: can a healthy lifestyle cancel out your genes' bad influence? In a recent study, researchers di
