On a busy Wednesday, Donald Trump made headlines with a series of controversial actions and statements. The day started with a heated exchange between Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Trump labeled Zelenskyy a "dictator" and warned him to act quickly or risk losing his country. Thi
Obesity trials have traditionally focused on weight loss. But now, researchers are shifting their focus. They want to understand how weight loss affects people's daily lives and overall well-being. This is a significant change in how obesity is being studied. Imagine being part of a clinical trial
Over 700 young athletes, mostly girls from Lake County and beyond, gathered at Deerfield High School to listen to Sarah Spain, a well-known sports journalist and former Lake Forest resident, who shared her journey in the world of women's sports. This event, the first EmpowerHER conference in Lake Co
Older adults in rural long-term care facilities often face significant health challenges. These challenges include cognitive decline, which can be exacerbated by limited resources and staffing issues. Traditional exercise programs can become boring and repetitive, leading to a lack of motivation amo
Older adults in Ireland and other places are seeing a rise in the number of prescription medicines they need. This increase is causing a bigger dent in their wallets. The money spent on these medicines can lead to some serious issues, like not being able to afford to take them as prescribed. This is
Osteosarcoma, a type of bone cancer, affects both kids and adults. But how do their survival rates compare? This question has puzzled researchers for a while. A recent study dug into a huge database to find answers. The main goal was to see if there's a difference in how long patients live after dia
Obsessive-compulsive disorder, or OCD, is a tough condition to manage. Many people struggle with it daily. Traditional treatments often involve therapists, but what if there was a way to help people with OCD using movies and apps? This idea is not as crazy as it sounds. Imagine using entertainment t
Ovarian stimulation and egg freezing, or oocyte cryopreservation, have become hot topics in fertility discussions. But what happens when these procedures are considered for adolescents? This is a tricky subject with both clinical and ethical challenges. First, let's talk about the clinical side. Do
Olive trees, a staple in Mediterranean farming, are facing a challenge. They need to adapt to modern farming methods. These methods include high-density orchards and mechanized cultivation. This means farmers need to control the size of the trees. This is where the study comes in. It uses genetic ma
On Sunday, a group of rebels backed by Rwanda made their way to the heart of Bukavu, the second-largest city in eastern Congo. The rebels, known as M23, were seen by many residents and journalists as they marched through the city. The rebels didn't face much resistance from the government forces. Th
