Childhood mistreatment leaves deep scars. These scars often show up in how people interact with others. Many treatments try to help, but it's unclear which ones work best. A big study is planned to compare these treatments. The goal is to see which ones help people connect better with others. This includes how they behave, feel, think, and even how their bodies react...
Childhood mistreatment leaves lasting marks on a person's ability to bounce back from tough times. A recent study dug deep into this issue, looking at how different types of mistreatment affect adults' resilience. The research team scoured through thousands of studies, focusing on how childhood mistreatment influences an adult's overall resilience and specific areas ...
Health workers in Ethiopia are on the frontline of the COVID-19 battle. Their actions are crucial in controlling the spread of the virus. A recent study took a close look at how well these health professionals are following COVID-19 prevention guidelines. The study gathered data from various sources between December 20, 2023, and January 30, 2024. The researc...
The struggle against obesity is becoming a major issue in sub-Saharan Africa. With obesity rates climbing, it is crucial to find effective ways to tackle this problem. Researchers have looked into various methods to prevent and manage obesity in the region. They dug into databases like Scopus, PsycINFO, Cochrane Library, Web of Science and Medline to find relevant...
Migraines with aura are often seen in young adults. But did you know that many people start having them much later in life? This is called late-onset aura. It's not as talked about, but it's more common than you might think. A recent study looked into this topic. They searched through thousands of papers to find out more about migraines that start after age 50. The ...
Breast cancer surgery has seen major shifts in the past thirty years. One key change was the ACOSOG Z0011 trial. This trial suggested that some women with early-stage breast cancer might not need full axillary clearance. This is a procedure where lymph nodes under the arm are removed. The trial showed that for women with a low disease burden, a complete axillary clea...
The world of research is always looking for ways to make things faster and more efficient. One big task is creating systematic reviews. These reviews are super important. They help create guidelines based on solid evidence. But here is the catch. They take a lot of time and money. So, what if there was a way to speed things up? Enter large language models. These are...
Healthy living is a big deal for anyone, but it's especially important for people with HIV. Technology has been stepping in to help. Lots of studies have been done to see if tech can make a real difference in the lives of those with HIV. So, what kind of tech are we talking about? Think apps, wearables, and online programs. These tools are designed to help people m...
Sleep is a big deal. It's not just about feeling rested. It turns out that how much sleep someone gets can affect their weight. This is especially true for older adults. Many studies have looked into this. They found some interesting stuff. First off, let's talk about what counts as enough sleep. For older adults, that's usually between 7 to 9 hours a night. But man...
Multiple health problems are becoming a big issue for public health. These problems are not just about feeling unwell. They can also lead to serious thoughts and actions. Suicidal thoughts are often linked to having multiple health conditions. However, the connection between these health issues and actual suicide attempts or deaths is not as clear. There is a need t...