Many people in Brazil have been dealing with lingering COVID-19 symptoms. These symptoms can last more than 12 weeks after the initial infection. A recent study looked into how people in Brazil understand and experience these long-term effects. The study involved 1, 295 participants from different r
Women's health is often a puzzle. Many women struggle with physical issues that doctors can't easily explain. These are known as somatic complaints. They can range from chronic pain to digestive problems. For women who have experienced intimate partner violence, these issues can be even more common
The emotional landscape of a city is more than just buildings and streets. It is a complex mix of feelings, memories, and perceptions. Researchers have developed a way to map these emotions. They focus on how people feel about their environment and how safe they feel in it. The method is called Emo
The daily life of a parent or guardian of a child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can be incredibly challenging. One significant hurdle is the social stigma that often comes their way. This stigma can weigh heavily on their mental health, ultimately affecting the care they provide to their child
Medical marijuana is a hot topic in Greece. It has the potential to help patients, but it's not easy to use it in everyday medical practice. There are rules and regulations to follow. Plus, some people still think it's wrong to use marijuana, even for medical reasons. And, doctors need more solid re
In the digital age, having a good website is crucial for any business. This includes doctor's offices. But how easy is it for patients to use these websites? A recent study looked into this question in Flanders. They wanted to know what patients think about the websites of their general practiti
Elon Musk's decision to reduce his involvement in the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has sparked quite a bit of chatter. This change is set to happen in May, as Musk announced during Tesla's first quarter earnings call. Investors in Tesla seemed pleased with this news, as the company's s
Understanding how newborns experience pain is crucial for their well-being. However, the way different healthcare professionals evaluate and handle this pain can vary significantly. This discrepancy is a topic of interest in the medical field. Newborns can't speak for themselves, so healthcare prov
Driving a car comes with many responsibilities. One of the most important is keeping an eye on what's happening behind and to the sides. That's where side mirrors come in. They're crucial for safe driving and parking. But have you ever noticed the small text on your side mirror? It says, "Objects in
In the last ten years, experts have been trying to figure out how people rate their confidence after making a decision. One common way to do this is by using a measure called meta-d'. This measure helps to see how well people can tell the difference between their confidence levels for correct and in
