General Motors (GM) recently let go of around 1, 000 employees as part of its cost-cutting strategy. The job cuts are aimed at reducing operational expenses and rethinking the company's priorities. Some employees were let go due to subpar performance, while others were affected by an internal reorga
When the COVID virus was first detected in the US in January 2020, the government swiftly rolled out a set of restrictions. The goal was to safeguard the elderly from what was deemed a "deadly virus" and a global health crisis. Any dissenting voices were quickly shut down and faced penalties. Intere
Imagine a world where every child has access to the same medical care, regardless of where they live. This is the dream that drives hand surgeons to embark on mission trips. The problem? Many regions struggle with limited resources and high costs. Traveling to these countries isn't just about treati
The COVID-19 pandemic, announced in early 2020, pushed for quick protective measures, with vaccines at the forefront. Although vaccines were developed and distributed rapidly, many people are still unsure about getting them. This study looks at why some parents in Iran might be hesitant to have thei
Have you ever thought about how laws that control abortion access might affect domestic abuse? Let's dive into that. When states enforce mandatory waiting periods (MWPs) for abortions, they’re not just making it harder to get the procedure. These laws can have unexpected side effects. Researchers st
Meet a 64-year-old man who had a rough time with kidney cancer. Doctors decided to remove his whole kidney through a surgery called radical nephrectomy. This guy also had type 2 diabetes and was quite overweight. After the surgery, he agreed to change his lifestyle big time. For a whole year, he fol
Hemodialysis patients often face a heart condition called left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH). This is where the left ventricle of the heart gets thickened and enlarged. One potential culprit could be indole-3-acetic acid (IAA), a toxin that builds up in patients with kidney issues like those on hemo
In Marblehead, school has been closed for four days straight due to a teachers' strike. The town's educators, represented by the Marblehead Education Association (MEA), are facing a fine of $50, 000 imposed by an Essex County Superior Court judge for defying the state's ban on public sector strikes.
Ever wondered how researchers keep up with the complex world of oral cancer? This disease requires the expertise of many fields, like oncology, dentistry, and molecular biology. That's where bibliometrics comes in, helping scientists navigate the sea of academic papers on the topic. Let's dive into
You might think underweight kids are just lucky to be slim, but it's not always that simple. In Denmark, scientists looked into how being underweight at ages 8-11 might affect kids. They found that it could lead to poor diet, lacking essential nutrients, and even affect bones and heart health. Plus,
