Death data is a big deal. It helps us understand health trends and make better decisions. But sometimes, the reasons behind deaths are not clear. These are called "ill-defined deaths" or "garbage codes. " To make sense of this, experts use a process called redistribution. In Belgium, France, and Sl
Ever wonder why some people have strong friendships and support systems while others struggle? A big study looked into this. It found that what happens in your childhood can really shape your friendships and social support as an adult. The study involved over 200, 000 people from 22 different countr
Shared decision-making in mental health care is a big deal. It can make services better and help people get better. But, it's not happening enough, especially for those with serious mental health issues. A new mobile app is trying to change that. It's designed to help people with psychotic disorder
People who have psychotic disorders often struggle with thinking clearly and getting along with others. A new approach called cognitive remediation is helping them improve these skills. This method uses virtual reality (VR) to create realistic situations that challenge the brain. The idea is to make
Leprosy can mess up the nerves that control things like sweating and blood flow. But checking these nerves isn't easy or cheap. A new study tried to see if a simple infrared camera could help. The idea is to use the camera to measure how fast your hands warm up after being in cold water. This warmi
Multiple myeloma is a serious blood cancer. It often starts from a condition called MGUS. MGUS is usually harmless. But sometimes, it can turn into multiple myeloma. Researchers wanted to find out why this happens. They looked at data from many people. They found that certain health conditions can
Nearly one-third of U. S. teens, aged 12 to 17, now have prediabetes. This alarming statistic comes from recent data released by the CDC. The numbers show a significant increase from previous estimates, which suggested that about one in five kids had prediabetes. This rise is a serious concern becau
Wearable tech like smartwatches and fitness trackers are getting smarter. They can now track health patterns more accurately than before. A recent study shows that these devices can predict health conditions by analyzing daily activities like movement, sleep, and exercise. This is a big deal because
Hereditary angioedema (HAE) is a rare condition that causes painful swelling. Two treatments, garadacimab and lanadelumab, were put to the test to see which one works better. Since there are no direct comparisons, researchers used a clever method called matching-adjusted indirect comparison (MAIC) t
Christian Horner's exit from Red Bull Racing marks a dramatic turn of events. Just a month ago, he claimed his commitment was unwavering, with a contract extending to the end of the decade. His journey began in 2005 when he took over a struggling team and transformed it into a powerhouse. However, r
