Knowledge and the use of a disease activity score in axial spondyloarthritis obviously is important. Physicians around the world almost always rely on this when making treatment choices for patients. However, this critical measure, isn't always followed as strictly as it should be. The
Patients who have an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) have unique challenges. These ICDs are life-saving devices, but they come with their own set of worries. For instance, people who have gone through tough experiences as kids, known as adverse childhood experiences (ACE), might see the
Ever thought about why certain scientists seem to be everywhere, while others are hardly noticed? Let's explore how people in Germany and South Africa view these prominent scientists. According to a book by Rae Goodell, these high-profile scientists often stir up controversy, communicate well, and h
Ever wondered how our brains quickly pick out the average face from a crowd? It turns out, age plays a big role in this trick our minds can do. Scientists discovered that when we see a group of faces, we can easily figure out the average face. But do different ages change how well we do this? Resea
Genomic sequencing is a powerful tool that can help figure out why some kids have certain health issues. But what do parents think about this process, especially when their kids are from groups that don't always get the best medical care? That’s what a group of five studies set out to discover. They
Religion is often seen as a big factor in whether young women use contraception or not. But what do young women in Burkina Faso, Kenya, and Niger really think? Between August and November 2022, researchers talked to married and unmarried young women, ages 18-24, who use modern contraception and prac
Have you ever wondered how doctors measure if treatments for tinnitus, that annoying ringing in the ears, are actually working? One key tool is the minimum masking level (MML). This is the softest sound that completely covers up the tinnitus. But how much of a change in MML is really important? A st
Tesla’s brand value took a big hit last year, falling by 26%, according to a recent analysis. This is the second year in a row that the electric car company has seen its brand value drop. Experts point to a few reasons for this decline. One is that Tesla's lineup of cars is getting older, and they h
Imagine you're living along the Yellow River in China. How much do you think the river and its surroundings help your daily life? This study explored how well the river basin's ecosystem services match what locals think. Ecosystem services, or ESs, are the goodies nature provides, like clean water,
Meghan Markle's new Netflix series, With Love, Meghan, was supposed to hit screens this January. But, due to the wildfires in Southern California, the Duchess of Sussex pushed back the release date. Some people think she's finally showing some smarts and concern. Others still aren't convinced. Royal
