In the last decade, a new field called justice health research has popped up. It's like a bridge between the worlds of public health and the justice system. To make sure this area of study is fair and focused, researchers are taking a close look at what's been done so far. They're checking for any m
Ever heard of paper mills? They're secretive groups that craft low-quality or fake research papers for cash. A bunch of researchers called United2Act have teamed up to highlight this issue. They've come up with five big questions about paper mills that need more attention and support. First off, ho
Young people between 12 and 25 years old are most likely to use e-cigarettes, but getting them involved in health studies can be tough. Past research shows that watching a video to understand research can help them grasp the details better. However, previous videos used were quite long, unlike the s
Imagine if we could catch colon cancer early by simply analyzing breath or stool samples. Scientists are working on exactly that! They're exploring the use of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) to detect colorectal cancer (CRC) and its precursors, known as advanced adenomas. Unlike the current faecal
Did you know that a hormone in your body could help with more than just diabetes? Let's talk about GLP1 therapies. These treatments are usually used to manage type 2 diabetes. But now, scientists are finding new ways to use them. GLP1 therapies work by mimicking a natural hormone in your body. This
Scientists around the globe are diving deep into our body's cellular world. They're creating something called the Human Cell Atlas. Think of it as a detailed map of all the different types of cells in our body and how they work. This map isn't done yet, but a bunch of new research papers just came o
Breast cancer is one of the most common and varied cancers globally. Different treatments are prescribed based on the unique gene expressions and clinical features of various cancer subtypes. However, even with advanced tumor assessments, treatments don't work equally well for everyone. This is wher
More than a century ago, a physician named William Gull made a notable suggestion. He proposed applying heat to patients with anorexia nervosa (AN), a serious eating disorder. Gull was inspired by the work of Charles Chossat, a Swiss physiologist who accidentally discovered that heat had therapeutic
Canada's Arctic, a region of diverse ecosystems, is facing a new challenge: increased marine traffic. This boosts the risk of oil spills, which are particularly tough to handle in the Arctic's harsh conditions. What happens when oil spills in extreme cold? It behaves differently, interacts uniquely
Ever wondered what it's like to live with chronic pain that doctors can't pin down? One person explored this exact experience in a unique type of research called autoethnography. This approach offers a deep dive into personal stories while connecting them to wider cultural and social themes. The goa
