Thailand has a problem: not enough places to treat sewage properly. This matters because it lets a tiny parasite called Opisthorchis viverrini (OV) lurk in the water and cause a serious liver cancer called cholangiocarcinoma (CCA). The government tried to fix this by making local governments build w
Nursing students face a lot of stress daily. This stress can make them sick and sometimes, even cause them to leave school. This leads to a shortfall of nurses. A special program, cognitive-behavioral skills building, is trying to fix this problem. It shows nursing students how to look after their m
Imagine you're sick and need medical help. Where you live can actually affect the type of care you get. Healthcare practices aren't always the same everywhere. Let's dive into why that is. Healthcare professionals often follow guidelines based on scientific evidence to treat patients. But how do we
As people age, maintaining a healthy blood pressure becomes a balancing act. Seniors often face high blood pressure, known as hypertension, and low blood pressure when standing up, called orthostatic hypotension (OH). The body’s regulation system starts to slow down, making it tough to find that per
Imagine living with a chronic illness like endometriosis in Finland. You're used to the ups and downs, the ebb and flow of pain. But sometimes, things can get scary. This happens when the illness behaves in unexpected ways, like growing rapidly or aggressively. It can also happen when medical treatm
Ever thought about turning your leftover fruit peels into something useful? Researchers have done just that by using pumpkin, papaya, and orange peels to grow microalgae. The goal? To produce biofuel, a special pigment called lutein, and something called biochar. This isn't just about creating new t
The baseball world got some big news just before the year ended. Corbin Burnes, the Orioles' top pitcher from 2024, will not be returning to the team in 2025. He signed a huge six-year $210 million contract with the Arizona Diamondbacks. This move doesn't come as a huge shock. The Orioles' general m
Ever wondered what it's like for parents whose kids have rare genetic brain conditions? Let's dive into their world. Imagine having a child with Dravet syndrome or Doose syndrome. These are types of developmental and epileptic encephalopathies (DEE), which affect the brain in unique ways. Parents f
Millions of people globally deal with Parkinson's disease (PD), a condition where parts of the brain gradually stop working properly. Thankfully, mobile apps can make a real difference for these patients. They can help manage symptoms, boost daily life, and overall well-being. But, there's no go-to
As 2024 winds down, it's time to think about your financial goals for the new year. Experts say to start by looking at your finances in 2024 and setting specific, realistic goals. Courtney Alev from Credit Karma suggests that a new year is a chance to see finances with fresh eyes. Ashley Lapato, fro
