Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a widespread health issue. It affects a huge number of people globally. For those living with CKD, sticking to their medication schedule is crucial. But sadly, many patients struggle with this. This is where mobile apps come into play. They are seen as a useful tool t
Tracking the ups and downs of bipolar disorder is a tough job for mental health teams. Speech is a window into a person's mind. It reveals their feelings, thoughts, and experiences. This is why speech patterns are so important when checking in on someone with bipolar disorder. A recent study exp
Parkinson's disease patients often rely on deep brain stimulation (DBS) to manage their symptoms. This treatment involves implanting electrodes in specific brain regions to deliver electrical pulses. However, programming these devices accurately is crucial, and it typically requires knowing the exac
A deep dive into the patterns of hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD) in East China between 2009 and 2015 reveals some interesting findings. The disease does not spread evenly over time and space. It has distinct patterns that vary depending on where and when you look. To understand these patterns b
Feline hearts can get thick. This is a condition known as hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. It is a common issue in cats. It affects how their hearts work. A recent study looked at a new way to check how well a cat's heart is pumping. This method is called tissue motion annular displacement or TMAD. It i
Pig farmers often face big problems due to two common diseases. These diseases are caused by Streptococcus suis and Glaesserella parasuis. These pathogens are often found together in pigs. This results in big losses for the pig industry. Why? Because it is hard to spot these diseases quickly. This i
Spinal issues in children are more common than many people realize. One specific condition is called spondylolysis. It is a defect in a part of the spine called the pars interarticularis. This defect can cause pain or may not cause any symptoms at all. By the age of 6, about 4 out of 100 childre
People are trying to figure out how to build a driving simulator that works well inside an fMRI machine. This is not easy. The fMRI machine is a big, noisy, and powerful magnet. It is used to look at the brain while it is working. The driver must lie down and look at a screen. The simulator has to b
In the world of viruses, canine coronavirus (CCoV) might not grab headlines like its human counterparts. However, it's a serious issue for dogs, causing nasty symptoms like severe stomach problems, diarrhea, and vomiting. This virus isn't new, but its presence in Yulin, a city in southern China, is
In the coming years, Microsoft will stop releasing security updates for Windows 10, unless users pay for a subscription. This change will affect many users who are still using older PCs. If one tries to upgrade to Windows 11 on a PC that is more than five years old, they will likely encounter an err
