When faced with tricky colon operations, doctors have a choice: hand-assisted laparoscopic colectomy (HALS) or starting with keyhole surgery and possibly switching to open (LCOS). Each method has its pros and cons. HALS uses a small incision for a hand, aiding the laparoscope's cameras. LCOS begins
Ever wondered how a tiny creature like the Noah's Ark shell (Arca noae) builds such intricate structures? Scientists dove deep into this question, using powerful tools like X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopes, and atomic force microscopes to understand the shell's makeup. They found tha
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is changing how we tackle health issues, especially mental health. Depression, a common and serious mental illness, is set to become the leading cause of disability by 2040. To diagnose it early, we need simple, affordable methods using clear signs. This study uses machi
Did you know that Catholic religious values often continue from one generation to the next? Scientists have looked into this, focusing on how parents pass down their beliefs to their kids. They found that when children internalize their parents' beliefs, they are more likely to follow the same pract
Get ready, gamers! GOG has just dropped a major blast from the past with the release of Dino Crisis and its sequel on PC. This isn't just any old survival horror game; it's like Resident Evil, but with dinosaurs. The original game was even directed by Shinji Mikami, the mastermind behind Resident Ev
Social media, like Reddit, has made it super easy for folks to share their thoughts on health and medicine. This can give us amazing insights into what patients are worried about and why they might turn to the internet instead of doctors. Researchers have come up with a cool method to sort through t
Ever since Wednesday, January 22, users of the Pixel Weather app have noticed some key settings have vanished. These settings include toggles for immersive vibrations and AI-powered weather reports, weather units, and app themes. Despite their disappearance, these features seem to be working non-sto
Ever wondered how weight-loss surgery influences family planning? In Switzerland, bariatric healthcare pros were quizzed about their views on reproductive health after these surgeries. The big question: how does morbid obesity and the weight loss journey affect fertility, pregnancy results, and birt
The default mode network (DMN) plays a crucial role in complex thinking and behavior. Scientists studied brain tissue from deceased individuals and used advanced brain imaging to understand the DMN's structure and function. They discovered that the DMN has diverse brain cell types, specialized for d
Welcome to the debut of Grant Ellis's season of The Bachelor! After a tough few months, we're all craving something straightforward. Grant seems like just the guy to deliver that. He’s a bit like your favorite snack on a lazy afternoon. Grant is all about finding a wife and starting a family AS
