The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we use public transport. Researchers in Brazil decided to study how the virus spread among people using public transport in poorer areas, before vaccines were available. They looked at the rate of COVID-19 positivity and other related factors. You might won
In the first week of his administration, President Donald Trump has set the crypto world buzzing. The latest developments include the creation of a crypto task force by the acting Securities and Exchange Commission Chair, Mark Uyeda, and an executive order aimed at pushing cryptocurrency advancement
Have you ever wondered what it's like to live with Long COVID (LC) in the UK? A recent study set out to find some answers. It wasn't about lab results or medical jargon. It was about real people dealing with real issues. The big question was, "How much do cognitive symptoms impact those with Long CO
In Iran, the family physician program is a big deal. It's meant to make healthcare better, especially in rural areas. But even though it's been around for a while in places like Fars and Mazandaran provinces, it hasn't been smooth sailing. This study wants to figure out what's going wrong and how to
In a bold move to tackle health disparities, China introduced a new system that combines health funds from various provinces. This system, called the Unified Pooling Arrangement (UPA), is meant to help urban workers get better medical coverage. The goal? To reduce the health gaps caused by how thing
In the Netherlands, HIV self-sampling and testing (HIVSS/ST) has become more accessible with the introduction of at-home tests around 2016. However, little data exists on how users experience this method. A recent study aimed to understand the characteristics and experiences of people using HIVSS/ST
Have you ever wondered how liverworts, those tiny plants, became so diverse? Scientists have been looking into this. They found that when it comes to elevation and temperature, liverworts have a cool past and some hotspots for diversity. By tracking their evolution across mountains worldwide, they d
Ever wondered how those custom-made teeth aligners are made and if they're safe? A recent study looked into the safety of 3D-printed aligners made from a material called Tera Harz TA-28. These aligners can have different thicknesses, which might affect how long they need to be cured under UV light t
In a surprising turn, actor Mel Gibson has agreed to stay in California amidst a mass exodus of celebrities. Unlike many peers who have left due to high taxes and strict regulations, Gibson is determined to stick around and work with President Trump’s team to breathe new life into Hollywood. The sta
Do you know what hormonal contraception is? Many teens don’t, and that could be a problem. A recent national survey found that how much teens know about hormonal contraception (HC) can affect whether they're willing to use it. The study aimed to see if there's a link between knowledge and willingnes
