Scientists decided to dig deeper into how flatfoot and bunions, also known as hallux valgus (HV), are related. They compared the sideways alignment of the inner part of the foot in people with just bunions, just flat feet, both problems, and those with no issues. This study aimed to enhance treatmen
Have you ever wondered what happens to your favorite TV characters after their shows end? Well, Frasier Crane, the beloved radio psychiatrist from the hit sitcom Frasier, got a new lease on life when Paramount+ decided to bring him back for a revival in 2022. However, it seems like Frasier's comebac
Something extraordinary is happening in northern India. The Maha Kumbh festival, the world's largest religious event, has just begun. This massive celebration occurs once every 12 years, drawing millions of people. This year, the festival kicked off on Monday at the holy city of Prayagraj, where thr
The COVID-19 pandemic pushed healthcare into the digital age, but not everyone is equally tech-savvy. While tools like eHeals help measure eHealth literacy, newer tests are popping up. A recent study in Greece validated both the original eHeals and a revised version, eHeals-Extended, to see how they
Ovarian cancer has long been known as one of the deadliest gynecological cancers. Despite improvements in diagnosis and treatment, survival rates haven't budged in over three decades. This study dived into the trends and factors linked to ovarian cancer in Indonesia from 1990 to 2021, using data fro
Imagine a world where computers process more data using simpler systems. That's the promise of multivalued logic (MVL) systems, which go beyond the usual binary logic. Scientists have been trying to make these systems work better using negative transconductance (NTC) devices made from thin semicondu
Ever wondered how a country decides the price of new medicines? Spain has been working on an update to how it evaluates and prices drugs for its National Health System (NHS). They've got a plan that stretches from 2019 to 2024. The Advisory Committee on Pharmaceutical Financing (CAPF) has shared som
Maverick Carter, the business partner of NBA superstar LeBron James, is now playing a key role in a big initiative. A group of investors is trying to raise a staggering $5 billion to start a new international basketball league. This league aims to be a rival to the NBA by having six men's teams and
Believe it or not, standing on both feet isn't just about staying upright. It's key to moving around safely, and it's even more important when you have knee osteoarthritis (OA). That's why improving balance is a big deal in OA treatment. To do this right, we need to measure balance accurately. Ther
Ever wondered if there could be a safer way to quit smoking? Well, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) just gave a thumbs up to Philip Morris International’s Zyn nicotine pouches. These aren’t your typical tobacco products. They come in flavors like coffee, mint, and menthol, and they might help
