Industries in North China are releasing harmful gases that are making air quality worse. These gases, called Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs), are not just bad for the environment but also for human health. A recent study looked at 28 companies from 13 different industries to understand the impact
In the world of COPD treatment, understanding what makes a therapy work is crucial. The ELLITHE trial took a deep dive into this by looking at how patients responded to a combination treatment involving fluticasone furoate, umeclidinium, and vilanterol. This mix, taken once a day through a single in
Death data is a big deal. It helps us understand health trends and make better decisions. But sometimes, the reasons behind deaths are not clear. These are called "ill-defined deaths" or "garbage codes. " To make sense of this, experts use a process called redistribution. In Belgium, France, and Sl
Nursing students are stepping into a world where robots are becoming common in healthcare. This shift is especially noticeable in areas like obstetrics and gynecology. A recent study looked into how these students feel about robotic nurses. It also checked their fear of robots, negative attitudes, a
People with axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA) often use TNFα inhibitors (TNFi) to manage their symptoms. But did you know that lifestyle choices can impact how well these treatments work? A recent study looked at data from 14 European countries to understand this better. The study found that factors
Video calls are now a big deal in treating brain cancer in children. This isn't just a short-term trend. It's been going on for 20 years between two hospitals, one in Jordan and one in Canada. But it's not just them anymore. Since 2018, more hospitals in the region have joined in. They all talk abou
Strength training is all about understanding how different exercises work your muscles. A recent study dug into how two common exercises, the isometric squat and the isometric mid-thigh pull (IMTP), compare in terms of force and muscle activation. The study involved 15 people, mostly men, who were
Girls' bodies go through big changes as they grow up. These changes affect how they move and perform in sports. One important aspect is the stretch-shortening cycle (SSC). This is a process in muscles that helps with explosive movements like jumping and sprinting. Research shows that the SSC gets b
Jaw pain can be a real hassle, making even simple tasks like eating or talking uncomfortable. A recent study looked into how well laser therapy and mouth splints work for people with jaw muscle pain. The study involved 99 people, mostly women, who were split into three groups. One group used a mouth
Creating tech for older adults to recover at home is tricky. It's not just about making it work. It's about making it fit their lives. A recent effort brought together different people to figure this out. First, they gathered a group of key players. These included healthcare workers, tech experts,
