A recent survey at the 2023 Academy of Spinal Cord Injury Professions (ASCIP) conference painted a clear picture: healthcare professionals value diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) as a game-changer in their work. These experts believe a diverse workforce can significantly improve programs and be
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
In a surprising turn of events, a defense pathologist has proposed that Jordan Neely’s death was due to a combination of factors, not just a chokehold. Daniel Penny, a passenger on the subway, held Neely in a chokehold for several minutes after he allegedly caused a disturbance. Neely, who had a his
TailorMed, a tech innovator in healthcare, just bagged $40 million in funding. This money comes from Windham Capital Partners and other big names like Citi Impact Fund and Samsung Next. The goal? To make healthcare more affordable for everyone. Right now, only about half of American adults can affor
Shaquille O'Neal and Michael Jordan, two legendary basketball players, have both turned their eyes toward the investment firm Courtside Ventures. But who got there first? Surprisingly, it was Shaq, who used the business strategies of his former rival, Michael Jordan. Courtside Ventures, known for it
You might recognize the name Laken Riley from the recent news. She was the 22-year-old nursing student tragically murdered in Athens, Georgia. But do you know the bigger story behind her death? Here it is: In March 2023, during a significant political event called the State of the Union, a congress
Ever wondered if people with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) are getting the right help before they're sent to specialized centers? Let's dive into it! Researchers wanted to know if using medicine alone is enough to treat OCD before a patient is referred to a specialized clinic. First, let's un
Imagine trying to cross the Mediterranean Sea, hoping for a better life in Europe. But for many, this journey turns into a nightmare. A new issue called "trafficking in itinere" has surfaced, especially along the Central Mediterranean route. People who initially sought help to travel end up kidnappe
You might know Jay-Z as a famous rapper, but did you know he also has a social justice arm called Team Roc? Well, they're not happy with the Kansas City, Kansas, police department. Team Roc says the department isn't being transparent about police misconduct. They filed a lawsuit because they think t
You know how some blockchains need a boss to keep them in line? That's where a Coordination Blockchain comes in. This one's about Ethereum MainNet, the public Ethereum blockchain, and whether it can handle that job for Ethereum Private Sidechains. These sidechains are like private clubs where blockc
