Cells in our bodies have a gender identity, which is crucial for understanding health differences between males and females. This might sound surprising, but it's true. Every cell in our body, not just reproductive cells, carries sex chromosomes that influence how our organs develop and function. This is why studying sex differences in cells is so important. It helps...
Sweat glands in children are not fully developed. This fact is well-known. However, what happens as they grow into adults is less clear. A study looked into how age and sex affect sweating in kids and young adults. They also checked if the time of year made a difference. This is important because sweating helps regulate body temperature. Understanding how it changes ...
The world is getting hotter. This isn't just about uncomfortable summers. It's about serious health risks, especially for those with heart issues. Extreme heat is becoming more common due to climate change. This means more people are at risk, but not everyone is affected the same way. Men and women can have different reactions to extreme heat, and this is especially ...
Brain injuries from explosions are a big deal. They have become more common in both soldiers and civilians. The long-term effects can be serious, including problems with thinking and memory. But not everyone is affected the same way. Genes and gender play a big role in how well someone bounces back from these injuries. Scientists wanted to understand this better. Th...
Depression in teens is a serious issue. It can lead to suicide. This is especially true for those living in China. The risk of suicide is not the same for everyone. It varies between boys and girls. This is a big deal. Understanding these differences can help save lives. It can help doctors and parents too. There are many factors that can push a teen with depre...
Sleep is a time when the brain is active and busy. Scientists have been studying how brains work during sleep. They have found that brains of boys and girls might work differently. But, there are many questions left unanswered. Researchers have been looking at brain activity during sleep. They are trying to figure out if there are differences between boys and girls. ...
Sepsis is a serious condition that can be deadly. It happens when the body's response to an infection injures its own tissues. This condition is a major cause of death around the world. It is known that having certain chronic conditions or unhealthy habits can make someone more likely to get sepsis. But here's a question: Do men and women have different risks for sep...
How often does everyday activity change as you get older? One study decided to dive in to see if anything could explain the differences between men and women. Exercise in older adults varies, like how some might enjoy a morning walk while others prefer snoozing in the sun. Turns out, that this is simple to understand. A few things to think about. There are underlyi...
First thing to know, Science needs a way to measure the exposure to radiation. This is important to decide on medical treatments. One way to do this is by using fingernails, they can hold the signs of radiation for a long time. This is called ESR. It is a great idea because it’s easy to get fingernails. However, knowing for sure how much radiation is there is tricky....
Did you know that men and women might get different treatments for hip pain? A recent study looked at how sex affects hip arthroscopy, a surgery to fix hip impingement. Over ten years, researchers compared outcomes between men and women who had this surgery. They found that there are indeed some differences in how the two sexes respond to treatment. This is important...