There are three common ways doctors check for breast cancer when it's still early. Meet the mammogram, ultrasound, and MRI. They were all tested on 33 women who either had breast cancer or were suspected to. Let's see what each method is like. Mammograms are the oldies but goodies in the detection
Discovering which neurons are active in flies when they're being social isn't easy. Flies are tiny and not see-through, making it tough to watch their brain cells in action. Scientists have tried invasive methods like Flyception, but these don't let flies fully perform social behaviors like fighting
You know how mental illnesses like schizophrenia and bipolar disorder can be tough? Well, add to that the challenge of substance use. It's more common among these folks in southwestern Uganda. We checked out 385 patients from June to August 2022. We asked about their alcohol and cannabis use, suppor
Psoriasis, commonly known as Pso, is a skin condition where the body's immune system goes into overdrive, causing inflammation. Did you know that people with Pso often have lower levels of physical activity? This can lead to other health problems, like being overweight. But don't worry, there's good
Ever heard of #BookTok? It’s a TikTok movement that’s turning heads in the literary world. This trend is more than just a hashtag; it’s changing the way we discover, share, and discuss books. Researchers are diving into this digital phenomenon, breaking it down into three main parts. They’re seeing
Social service workers in Brazil are facing a tough time. They deal with bad work conditions, a lot of mental stress, and not enough staff. This leads to too much work for too few people. You might think, "Why is this happening? " Well, it's a mix of things. The conditions aren't great, which makes
The COVID-19 pandemic showed us that our global health system needs a lot of improvement. A new WHO pandemic treaty is being discussed, and including animal welfare is really important. This study looks at what key groups from civil society think about this. They found that things like preventing di
Biomass burning organic aerosol, or BBOA, is a big deal when it comes to air pollution. It's made when stuff like trees and plants burn, and it plays a big role in how our climate and health are affected. The key here is how sticky and gooey this aerosol is, and whether it's one big blob or a few se
You know how some tests can be super long and boring? That's where the Active Movement Extent Discrimination Assessment (AMEDA) comes in. This test checks how well your legs sense movements and touch, which is called proprioception. Researchers wanted to make this test faster to help people stay foc
Microsoft is the latest big tech company to find itself in the crosshairs of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). The agency has been looking into Microsoft's cloud and software businesses, particularly how the company bundles its services. This isn't the first time Microsoft has faced such scrutiny.
