In northern Peru’s Alto Mayo region, scientists made an exciting discovery: 27 new species, including a unique amphibious mouse and a peculiar "blob-headed" fish. Surprisingly, this biodiversity hotspot thrives despite high human population density and environmental pressures. The 38-day survey, led
In Chicago, a special school board meeting is causing quite a stir. The meeting, set for Friday evening, has two main points on the agenda: to either fire the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) chief, Pedro Martinez, or offer him a settlement. But some people aren't happy with the timing. Alderman Debra S
Let's talk about a recent split in the sports world. The US Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) and the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) have called it quits on their anti-doping partnership. This breakup raises a lot of questions about how we deal with performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs) in sports and be
Headaches aren't just grown-up problems—kids can get them too. In fact, many kids end up in the emergency room because of headaches. Doctors in the ER have a tricky job: they need to figure out if the headache is just a common problem like a migraine or a tension headache, or if it's something more
Everyone thought Jon Jones was avoiding a fight with Tom Aspinall. But now, the English interim champion sees things differently. Aspinall recently said Jones is just being smart about his career. After all, fighting Aspinall is risky for Jones, who’s got a lot more to lose. Aspinall admits Jones’ r
Trauma-Informed Care, or TIC, is a big deal in pediatric nursing. Kids are especially vulnerable to trauma, so nurses need to be extra careful and skilled. This study decided to ask undergraduate nursing students in Egypt about their take on TIC. It's a way to see if they're learning what they need
Ever wondered how training can influence how nurses think about involving families in child care? Let's dive into a study that explored this very topic. The focus was on pediatric nurses and how structured training on Family-Centered Care changed their attitudes. First, imagine a pediatric ward whe
In neonatal intensive care units (NICUs), doctors rely on electrocardiograms (ECGs) to monitor babies' heart health. But recently, electrical impedance tomography (EIT) has been causing some interference. EIT is a newer technology used to track the lungs' function in premature babies. The problem? T
You know how sometimes, using medicine seems like the easiest fix? Well, let's talk about kids and weight issues. Some docs believe giving pills to chubby kids is the fastest route to slim. But hold on, is it really that simple? First off, what's the big deal with kid obesity? It's not just about l
Procedural sedation is crucial for kids undergoing radiation therapy. Traditionally, anesthesiologists handled this, but now pediatric critical care physicians are taking the lead. A study looked into how well they're doing. The research team checked out a single hospital's records of kids who recei
