In Texas, a unique program has been shining a light on a dark issue. This program is one of the few in the country that focuses on helping sex-trafficked patients within a hospital setting. The main goal of this program is to understand who these patients are and how substance use fits into their ex
Suicide is a serious issue that affects many people. Most people who take their own lives see a healthcare provider in the year before their death. This fact highlights the need for suicide prevention efforts in all medical settings, not just mental health clinics. Screening and assessing suicide
College students often struggle to keep fit. A recent study looked at how friends and support can boost physical activity among 1530 non-athlete university students. The research used a mix of methods to see how relationships and encouragement affect exercise habits. The study found that having a
In the world of sports, women have made huge strides. Think about the days when Billie Jean King was a rising star. Back then, women had limited chances to shine in sports, and the idea of equal pay was a distant dream. Billie Jean King fought hard for equal pay, which started a big change in women’
Colorado has a problem with its fish. The Colorado Department of Health and Environment has put out a warning. It is about rainbow trout from Runyon Lake. These fish have high levels of a chemical called perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS). This chemical is a type of PFAS. PFAS are harmful to humans. T
The spread of Spartina alterniflora along the Yellow Sea coast has been a game-changer for local ecosystems. This plant's invasion has not been uniform. It has different effects at different stages of growth. This is especially true for the native snail Littoraria intermedia. Researchers wanted to u
Arsenic is a nasty substance that can get into our bodies through water and food. It's linked to some serious health issues. These include lung, bladder, and skin cancer. Plus, it's connected to heart disease and diabetes. Doctors measure inflammation in the body with a test for C-reactive protein (
The COVID-19 pandemic pushed healthcare systems to their limits. But it also showed how strong connections and smart planning can help them bounce back. In the Netherlands, a group of regional networks, known as ROAZ, played a big role in this resilience. These networks focused on delivering urgent
Radiography students in Africa are thinking about moving abroad. This is a big deal. Why? Because what students say they will do often turns into what they actually do. So, it is important to understand why they might want to leave. This study looked at the reasons why radiography students in 1
The Danish government is eager to use biomass pyrolysis to fight climate change. They are focusing on straw and manure-based digestate as primary materials. However, the environmental effects of this approach are not fully understood. This is a problem because the country is investing heavily in thi
