In a bid to curb carbon emissions, many cities have been pushing folks to ditch cars and hop on bikes instead. Unfortunately, pedaling through traffic might not be as healthy as it sounds. Cyclists often breathe in more polluted air than others, especially in congested cities. To shed some light on
Imagine you're sitting in class, and you can't quite hear the teacher clearly. This might not seem like a big deal, but even a slight hearing loss can make a difference for kids aged 9 to 15. Studies show that even minor hearing issues can impact how well kids do in school and how they behave. Let'
More often than not, people living with epilepsy also struggle with anxiety and depression. These mental health issues can seriously impact their quality of life, but they often get overlooked because access to mental health specialists is limited. A unique strategy called "collaborative care" has s
Did you know that Emily Blunt once jokingly suggested turning her husband John Krasinski's "Sexiest Man Alive" cover into wallpaper? In a playful chat between the couple, Blunt playfully proposed the idea, and Krasinski later shared the funny story with Stephen Colbert on "The Late Show. " He laughe
The digital revolution has taken the healthcare industry by storm, with innovative business models leading the charge. Researchers have been keenly observing this transformation, especially the shift to electronic health (eHealth) solutions. A recent study dug into the literature spanning from 1991
It's a dicey situation for many people with anal squamous cell carcinoma (ASCC). Even after treatment with chemoradiotherapy (CRT), about 3 in 10 patients face a recurrence. Unfortunately, the current tools doctors use to predict who might relapse aren't very effective. So, a group of researchers de
Doctors often recommend oral nutritional supplements, or ONS, for cancer patients, especially those with gastrointestinal cancers. But how do these supplements really help? A recent study decided to find out. They focused on how well patients followed their supplement schedules and what types of sup
Imagine this: instead of using an ambulance, some hospitals are using tricked-out SUVs to transport mental health patients. South Shore Hospital and Lowell General Hospital are leading the way with this innovative solution. Why is this a big deal? Because traditional ambulances can be tied up for ho
Imagine a courtroom drama where the stakes are nothing less than the future of our planet. In a surprising turn of events, a Dutch appeals court has overturned a groundbreaking climate ruling against Shell. Back in 2021, a lower court had ordered Shell to cut its global carbon emissions by a signifi
After a tough election loss, some Democrats are rethinking their stance on gender issues. They believe that focusing too much on not offending anyone has made them seem out of touch with everyday voters. For example, a Democratic representative from Massachusetts, Seth Moulton, recently spoke out ab
