Taking medicines is super important for getting better, but lots of people struggle to follow their medication plans. This is especially true when they have to take many different drugs for a long time. Here's where pharmacists making home visits come in. They're like superheroes helping people stic
Ever heard of paper mills? They're secretive groups that craft low-quality or fake research papers for cash. A bunch of researchers called United2Act have teamed up to highlight this issue. They've come up with five big questions about paper mills that need more attention and support. First off, ho
In recent years, cattle farming in Slovenia, a pre-Alpine region, has faced numerous challenges. Prices for agricultural inputs and outputs have become quite unpredictable, and the global meat industry is grappling with sustainability issues. The COVID-19 pandemic and the war in Ukraine have further
You might think that your health is mainly influenced by what you eat and how much you sleep. But did you know that how active you are and how much time you spend sitting also play a big role? Research shows that people who are more physically active and spend less time sitting have better health ou
Young people between 12 and 25 years old are most likely to use e-cigarettes, but getting them involved in health studies can be tough. Past research shows that watching a video to understand research can help them grasp the details better. However, previous videos used were quite long, unlike the s
Decision-making on whether to intubate patients with acute hypoxemic respiratory failure (AHRF) is a crucial but debated topic in medicine. Despite the procedure's common usage, there's a surprising lack of solid evidence to guide these choices. To shed light on this, researchers conducted a worldwi
Recently, a study on using machine learning to tackle gaming disorder sparked important questions. A follow-up commentary highlighted two key issues: defining the bond between users and their game characters (avatars) and improving how machine learning tools assess risks for gaming disorder. This pa
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has been indicted along with 36 others for allegedly trying to stage a coup after losing the 2022 elections. The federal police handed over their findings to the Supreme Court, which will decide if there's enough evidence to charge Bolsonaro. He denies all c
President-elect Donald Trump has selected former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi to lead the Justice Department. This decision came after his first choice, Matt Gaetz, backed out following an investigation into sex trafficking allegations against him. Bondi has been a strong supporter of Trump an
Childhood adversity often leads to mental health issues in teens. Parenting programs in communities can help, but they sometimes have challenges. Technology can make these programs easier to use, but families going through tough times might face different obstacles. By teaming up with these families
