Male infertility without a clear cause is a big puzzle in medicine. Scientists are now looking at tiny organisms, called microbes, that live in and on our bodies. These microbes might play a big role in male fertility. Over the last 20 years, research has shifted from focusing on genes and oxidative stress to studying these microbes. This change is clear when lookin...
People often turn to their beliefs to deal with tough times. This review looks at how different religions help people cope. It compares two main types: theocentric, which focuses on a higher power, and non-theocentric, which looks inward for strength. The study found three big differences. Theocentric coping often involves prayer and trusting in a divine plan. Non-t...
Stroke recovery is a big deal, and scientists are always looking for new ways to help people bounce back. One method that's been getting a lot of attention is transcranial magnetic stimulation, or TMS. This technique uses magnetic fields to stimulate nerve cells in the brain. It's not a new idea, but how it's being used and studied is evolving. Researchers have been...
South Korea has been grappling with high suicide rates for years. To tackle this, researchers have been studying ways to prevent suicides. They've looked at past trends and are now figuring out what needs to be done next. The focus has been on understanding why suicides happen and how to stop them. This includes looking at mental health, social factors, and even eco...
Post-surgery pain management is a hot topic in nursing research. It is a critical area of study. The focus is on understanding the latest trends and key areas of interest. This is done through a method called bibliometric analysis. This method helps to see what's trending and where the focus is in research. It looks at patterns in published studies. It shows wh...
The buzz around artificial intelligence generated content, or AIGC, is growing loud in the healthcare world. Many experts are exploring how this tech can boost smart healthcare and tackle the shortage of medical staff. The idea is to use AIGC to create intelligent systems that can assist doctors and nurses. This could mean everything from helping with diagnoses t...
The fast pace of urban living and growing health issues have led to a surge in interest for nature-based interventions. These are strategies that use natural elements to boost well-being and promote environmental sustainability. A recent study dug into 35, 418 pieces of research on this topic. The study used special tools to map out trends in this field of study. Th...
Pancreatic cancer is a serious disease that can be very aggressive and harmful to health. Traditional chemotherapy can be effective, but it often comes with harsh side effects. This has sparked interest in finding better ways to treat this cancer. One promising area of research is the use of nanomaterials. These tiny particles have the potential to target cancer cell...
The quality of beef from cattle raised on grain is influenced by many factors. These factors include how the cattle are managed, their characteristics, and the environment they live in. A recent study looked at 460 research papers to find out what scientists have been studying about this topic. The study found that feeding strategies were the most common focus. Howev...
Mendelian randomization (MR) has become a hot topic in lung cancer (LC) research. This method uses genetic variations to figure out if certain factors cause disease. Yet, there hasn"t been a thorough look at how this field has grown worldwide. This is where a recent study steps in. It dives into global research trends, key players, and new themes in MR related to...