MEA

Dec 03 2024HEALTH

Why Risk Matters: Unlocking ADHD Biomarkers

You know how sometimes it's hard to tell who has ADHD and who doesn't just by looking at their brain? That's because the brain measures of kids with ADHD and those without can overlap a lot. But what if we could make these differences stand out more? That's where a risk-informed design comes in. Res

reading time less than a minute
Dec 03 2024HEALTH

Exploring Cognitive Interviews: Do Outcome Measures for Older Adults Hit the Mark?

Older adults, especially those over 65, are major users of healthcare and social services. Surprisingly, many tools designed to assess quality and economic impact haven't been properly tested with this age group. Enter cognitive interviews – a crucial method for validating these tools. This review l

reading time less than a minute
Dec 03 2024HEALTH

Measuring Residual Limbs: The Smartphone Solution

Imagine you've just had an amputation. Measuring the volume and shape of your residual limb is crucial for a well-fitting prosthetic socket and overall health. Traditional tools can be inconsistent, but here’s where smartphones come in. Modern cameras in smartphones can capture similar results to ex

reading time less than a minute
Dec 01 2024BUSINESS

Southwest Airlines Shifts Cabin Prep: Earlier and Higher

Starting next month, Southwest Airlines is raising the altitude at which flight attendants begin preparing the cabin for landing. From Dec. 4, they will start this process at 18, 000 feet (5, 486 meters) instead of the usual 10, 000 feet (3, 048 meters). The reason? To lower the chances of in-flight

reading time less than a minute
Nov 29 2024CRYPTO

Crypto Currencies: Understanding Their Risk and Relationship

Imagine you're trying to figure out how different cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, and Ripple move together. You look at their prices from January 2016 to December 2021, including the crazy time of the crypto crash and the pandemic. You use a special tool called the Generalized Aut

reading time less than a minute
Nov 28 2024SCIENCE

Wildfire Smoke: Why It's Thick and What It Means

Biomass burning organic aerosol, or BBOA, is a big deal when it comes to air pollution. It's made when stuff like trees and plants burn, and it plays a big role in how our climate and health are affected. The key here is how sticky and gooey this aerosol is, and whether it's one big blob or a few se

reading time less than a minute
Nov 28 2024BUSINESS

China's Factory Profits Dive: What's Behind the Slump?

Did you know that China's factory profits took a nosedive last month? Yep, they dropped by 10% compared to the same time last year. And guess what? This is the second month in a row that factory profits have taken a hit. In September, they plummeted by a whopping 27. 1%, the biggest drop since the s

reading time less than a minute
Nov 27 2024POLITICS

Israel's Finance Minister Suggests Taking Over Gaza

Israel's Finance Minister, Bezalel Smotrich, sparked a discussion by proposing that Israel should control the Gaza Strip. This idea was presented after a recent conflict with Hamas. Smotrich believes that the Israeli Defense Forces should manage Gaza's civilian affairs to keep the region secure and

reading time less than a minute
Nov 27 2024HEALTH

Stay Bright: Beat Winter Fatigue with Food and Fun

Winter can be tough. Days are short, nights are long, and there's always something happening. Add to that, the cold weather can make you feel slow and tired. Amy Goodson, a dietitian, shares some tips to help you stay alert and full of energy. Start your day strong with some protein. Goodson sugges

reading time less than a minute
Nov 27 2024HEALTH

Exploring Symptom Patterns in Sports Concussions: A Look at the SCAT

The Sport Concussion Assessment Tool, or SCAT, is a popular tool used to diagnose concussions in athletes. It includes a list of 22 symptoms that can appear after a head injury. Scientists wanted to understand how these symptoms group together, so they used a method called confirmatory factor analys

reading time less than a minute