The US Department of Health and Human Services recently made a bold move. They ended a contract with Moderna. The contract was for developing an mRNA vaccine for bird flu. The reason given was that mRNA technology is not well-tested. This decision sparked a response from Pfizer's CEO, Dr. Albert Bourla. He strongly disagreed with the claim that mRNA vaccines are unde...
Forever chemicals, also called PFAS, are sneaky troublemakers. They hide in everyday items like plastic containers and non-stick pans. Once inside the body, they can cause serious health issues, including cancer. These chemicals are tough to get rid of, but recent findings suggest that fiber might be a powerful ally in the fight against them. A group of scientists c...
Colon cancer is a serious disease, but new research shows that regular exercise can greatly improve the chances of survival. This study, which involved people from several countries, showed that a structured exercise program can help keep colon cancer from returning. The study was unique because it compared two groups of people. One group received a booklet...
Colorectal cancer is a significant health issue in the United States, ranking as the second leading cause of cancer deaths. This year, over 150, 000 new cases are expected, with nearly 53, 000 fatalities. This is a stark reminder of the urgent need for effective prevention and treatment strategies. Recent studies presented at a major oncology conference ha...
Why is checking research quality important? It helps us trust the findings. This is especially true in fields like health geography and spatial epidemiology. These fields study how places affect health. To make sure the research is solid, experts created a new tool. It is called SMART, which stands for Spatial Methodology Appraisal of Research Tool. This tool has 16 ...
The UK is facing a significant issue with new parents experiencing loneliness. This isolation is not just a personal problem. It has serious effects on both parents and their babies. It can even lead to long-term mental health problems for parents. The costs of this issue are huge, with estimates suggesting it costs the UK around 8. 1 billion pounds each year. This i...
What do medical students know about the minds of the elderly? It is a question worth asking. As the population ages, so does the need for mental health care. Medical students are the future of healthcare. Their knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding elderly mental health are crucial. This is why a study was done to understand what medical students know ab...
Radiocesium, a radioactive isotope, behaves differently in various soils. This was shown in a study that looked at 57 soil samples from Taiwan. These samples came from different climates, land uses, and altitudes. The study found that radiocesium sticks to soil in varying amounts. The amount of sticking, or adsorption, was measured using a value called the distri...
German hospitals are not just places for healing. They are also key players in the development of new medical technologies. These hospitals test and research new medical tools. This is crucial because it means the treatments and technologies used are evidence-based. However, the extent of their contribution to this evidence base has not been thoroughly examined. A t...
People in crowds move in interesting ways. This is really important to know. Why? Because it helps in designing buildings and public spaces. These places need to be easy to get around in. But crowds are tricky. They are affected by both social and physical things around them. Researchers did some tests. They wanted to see how people search in crowds. Think about sho...