Joe Biden's victory in 2020 was seen as a landslide, but it wasn't the sweeping mandate he imagined. The signs of his decline were there, but they were ignored. It took a disastrous debate in June 2024 against Donald Trump for the public to see what insiders had known for a while: Biden was not fit
In the heart of Ukraine's Donetsk region, the city of Sloviansk stands as a testament to resilience. This is where the last functioning maternity ward in Ukrainian-controlled Donetsk operates, a beacon of hope amidst the chaos. The hospital's corridors are filled with the cries of newborns, a stark
Psychosis is a serious mental health condition. It can cause people to lose touch with reality. This can happen in many ways. For example, someone might hear voices that others do not. Or, they might believe things that are not true. These experiences are often called hallucinations and delusions. B
Knee replacements are common, but they aren't always smooth sailing. Sometimes, a break near the implant can cause serious issues. This is known as a periprosthetic knee fracture. It's not super common, but when it happens, it can be a real challenge. Doctors and researchers are still trying to figu
The connection between our genes and personality is a hot topic. One interesting angle is the role of genetic risk for schizophrenia. It turns out that having a high genetic risk for schizophrenia might influence personality traits in people who don't actually develop the disorder. This is not ab
Downhill running is tough on muscles. It causes more damage and soreness than regular running. This is because it involves eccentric exercise, where muscles lengthen under tension. Scientists wanted to see how this affects the tiny powerhouses in muscle cells, called mitochondria. They used rats for
The latest issue of a journal has taken a deep dive into the lives of students and teachers. It covers all levels of education, from primary to tertiary. This isn't just about academics, though. It also sheds light on mental health and cancer, two big issues that affect everyone, including students
The brain's activity can change based on the type of sport a person engages in. This is a fact. However, it is not clear if these changes are the same across different sports. Also, it is not known how the length of time someone trains affects these changes. A recent study used a special
Hereditary angioedema (HAE) is a rare genetic condition. It causes frequent episodes of swelling under the skin or mucous membranes. This swelling is known as angioedema. Current treatments for HAE have their limits. They either block certain proteins in the blood or replace a missing protein. These
Stomach blockages are a serious issue. They can make it hard for food to pass from the stomach to the small intestine. This condition is known as gastric outlet obstruction or GOO. For a long time, the go-to solution was surgery. This involved creating a new path for food to bypass the blockage. How
