A recent study has taken a second look at how diet and lifestyle changes can affect people with osteoarthritis. The original research, part of the "Plants for Joints" project, found that a mix of diet, exercise, and other lifestyle changes could help improve body composition in these individuals. T
Scabies can quickly become a big problem in communities if it's not caught and treated early. Usually, people use a cream called permethrin to get rid of it. But there's a pill called ivermectin that might be easier to use. Researchers wanted to see if taking this pill twice could work just as well
Breast cancer can really take a toll on the body. It often leads to lower cardiorespiratory fitness, changes in body composition, and increased fatigue. All of these can make life feel harder and less enjoyable. But here's some good news: a recent study looked at how exercise can help. The study fo
A group of researchers created a special website to help pregnant women decide about a vaccine. This vaccine protects both the mom and her baby from whooping cough. The website was made to be easy to use and give clear information. The team wanted to see if women would actually use the website and
Moms who had tough times as kids can sometimes struggle with parenting. They might not feel confident or might not know how to handle certain situations. This can be tough on both them and their kids. A new program is trying to change that. It's called a mindful mothering intervention. The idea is
Prediabetes is a serious condition. It means blood sugar levels are higher than normal. But not high enough to be diabetes. People with prediabetes are at a much higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes. The good news is that lifestyle changes can help. Regular exercise is one of the best ways to m
In the world of medical training, mannequins play a big role. They help doctors practice without putting real patients at risk. One recent study focused on two tools used to help babies breathe. These tools are the laryngeal mask and the direct laryngoscope. The goal was to see which one works bette
First off, let's talk about a study that looked at how moms' exercise routines during pregnancy can affect their babies' early development. This study was a follow-up to a bigger experiment. The focus was on how a specific type of workout, combining both cardio and strength training, influenced babi
Body image is a big deal for young athletes. It can make or break their enjoyment of sports. A recent study looked into this. It focused on girls aged 11 to 17. The goal was to see if a program called Body Confident Athletes could make a difference. The program was tested on a large group of 568 gir
First off, let's talk about surgery. Specifically, ventral hernia repair. It's a common procedure, but what if there was a way to make the recovery process smoother and more effective? This is where the idea of prehabilitation comes in. Prehabilitation is all about preparing the body for surgery. I
