Cancer is a tough battle. It's not just about the illness itself. There are hidden costs that come with it. Even in places with universal healthcare, like Europe, patients face big expenses and loss of income. This is what experts call financial toxicity. It's a real problem that needs attention. To
Nursing students around the world are preparing to lead in their field. But what does leadership look like in nursing? And how do different countries shape their nursing students to become leaders? Let's dive into the standards and requirements for nursing students in eleven countries. First, it's
The Tony Awards, a grand celebration of Broadway's finest, rolled around again, honoring the cream of the crop from the latest theater season. This year, three musicals stood out with 11 nominations each, showcasing a mix of unique stories and star power. Buena Vista Social Club took audiences on a
Rare earth elements are crucial for modern technology. They are often found in weathered crusts. However, extracting them is tricky. The process usually brings out unwanted impurities. These impurities need to be removed before the rare earths can be used. This removal step can lead to significant l
The Lithuanian versions of two scales that measure death anxiety have been put to the test. These scales are the Revised Collett-Lester Fear of Death Scale and the Existential Death Anxiety Scale. The goal was to see if these scales work well in Lithuanian. The study involved 528 people. Most of th
In the heart of rural Bangladesh, a serious issue lurks beneath the surface. Groundwater in many areas is packed with harmful metals like arsenic, manganese, and iron. The World Health Organization has set a safe limit for arsenic at 10 micrograms per liter. However, in some parts of Bangladesh, thi
The Tony Awards are coming up this Sunday evening. If you are just getting into theater or this is your first time tuning in, there is a lot to learn. The Tony Awards are a yearly celebration of the best plays and musicals performed on Broadway. Broadway is not just a street. It is a collection o
The planet is heating up, and with it, the frequency and intensity of extreme heat events are on the rise. These scorching periods are known to cause a variety of health issues. Children, with their unique physiology and activity levels, are thought to be more vulnerable to these health risks. Howev
The Trump administration has taken a significant step in its effort to reshape the Education Department. They have asked the Supreme Court to step in and pause a lower court's order. This order had temporarily blocked the mass layoffs of nearly 1, 400 Education Department employees. The administrati
The story of medicine is often told as a tale of men. But women have always been part of it. They have been patients, healers, and innovators. Yet, their contributions are often overlooked. One such overlooked figure is Dora Gerson. She was a doctor in Dresden. She was one of the first women in Germ
