Nicotine products that don't involve burning are becoming more popular. These include e-cigarettes, nicotine pouches, snus, and nicotine replacement therapies. These products are often seen as a way to reduce the risks of smoking for those who can't or won't quit. However, their effects on oral h
Farmers are facing a big problem. Climate change is making water scarce. This is a huge issue for growing crops in a sustainable way. But there's a clever solution on the horizon. A new system uses the Internet of Things (IoT) to monitor and control watering. It's like giving farms a high-tech brain
Appendicitis is a common and painful condition. It is a medical emergency. Doctors need to diagnose it quickly. They need to know if it is complicated or not. One way to do this is by looking at inflammation in the body. A group of researchers wanted to see if a specific measure of inflammation
Chile is getting older. This means more people are living longer. With age comes weakness. This is a big problem. Weakness makes older people more likely to get sick or hurt. It is important to understand why this happens. This can help keep older people healthy and safe. One way to do this i
The Trump administration is in a tight spot. A federal judge has given them a week to fix a problem or face serious trouble. The issue? They went ahead and deported over 200 people to El Salvador, even after the judge said not to. This isn't just a small mistake; it's a big deal that could lead to a
The war in Ukraine, which started in February 2022, has had a massive impact on the country's health system. Thousands of people living with HIV were cut off from the care they need. This is where digital health steps in. It has the power to reconnect these patients with healthcare services, even in
The Catholic Church has faced serious issues with sexual abuse by clergy. This abuse does not just hurt people physically. It also damages their faith and overall well-being. To understand this better, a group of researchers looked at many studies. They wanted to see how this kind of abuse affects p
Stomach cancer is a serious health issue. It can spread to the lining of the abdomen. This is known as peritoneal metastasis. Doctors have been testing a treatment called intraperitoneal chemotherapy. This is a type of chemo that goes directly into the belly. It sounds promising, but how well does i
Montgomery Township has been using new traffic cameras for about a month now. These cameras are part of an automated red light enforcement system. This system is designed to catch drivers who run red lights. It has been quite busy, issuing over a thousand violations in just its first month. The came
Thailand has been trying to improve its digital health systems. The Ministry of Public Health and the World Health Organization both agreed that Thailand needs a better way to manage its digital health efforts. This is not an easy task. They looked at how six other countries handle their digital hea
