Cancer survivors often deal with something called cancer-related fatigue. It's one of the most common problems they face. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) might help with this fatigue, but we're not sure exactly how it works. A group of researchers looked back at a study where peop
Imagine tiny waste disposal units inside your cells that aren't working right. Welcome to the world of lysosomal storage disorders (LSDs)—rare diseases that mess up these tiny units, called lysosomes. Normally, lysosomes break down big molecules like sugars and fats. But in LSDs, certain enzymes are
Imagine you're living with a skin condition like atopic dermatitis, hidradenitis suppurativa, pemphigus, or psoriasis. How does it affect your daily life? Researchers recently explored this question by comparing how patients with these conditions rate their health-related quality of life (HRQoL). Th
Here’s a twist: President Trump might let TikTok stick around for a bit longer. In a recent chat with NBC News, he hinted that he’s considering giving the app a 90-day extension to avoid a ban. But why the change of heart? Trump’s been against TikTok before, worrying about its Chinese ties and data
The Darien Board of Education has decided to maintain the Idea Program, which focuses on gifted and talented students, for the next school year. The vote was 7-2 in favor, following a meeting where parents, students, and alumni shared their positive experiences with the program. One former student,
A big win for Team USA at the United Cup! Guess who played a key role? Yes, ‘Danimal, ’ aka Danielle Collins, was a driving force despite being under the weather. She didn’t compete, but her presence counted. She cheered from the bench, keeping spirits high. Even through sickness, Collins showed wha
In the UK, interesting patterns emerge when we look at who gets atrial fibrillation (AF), a common heart rhythm disorder. Unlike in the US, where white people are more likely to have AF but less likely to have AF-related strokes, the UK's healthcare system might paint a different picture. The UK's s
Ever thought of trying lip balm that tastes like your favorite gas station snacks? Kwik Trip has just released a set of four uniquely flavored lip balms, and we're here to give you the scoop. The flavors are inspired by some of Kwik Trip's most popular items: Glazers Donuts, Cafe Karuba coffee, Natu
Imagine you have more than one long-term health condition. Maybe you're dealing with diabetes and high blood pressure, or perhaps it's arthritis and heart disease. This isn't unusual. Many people have what's called multimorbidity, which is just a fancy word for having multiple long-term conditions (
Breast cancer is still the top killer among women with cancer. One of the big reasons is cancer stem cells (CSCs). These are like the hidden leaders of cancer cells, making them tough to beat. Scientists are getting better at finding and separating these cells. They use tests like the mammosphere fo
