A recent decision by a federal judge in Boston has made waves in the healthcare world. The judge has expanded a block on a part of a law that aimed to cut off federal funding for Planned Parenthood. This law was part of a larger domestic policy bill signed by former President Donald Trump. The judg
Workers at Boeing's St. Louis plant have made their voices heard. They've said no to the latest contract offer. The vote was clear. Over 80% of the union members rejected the deal. The offer promised a 20% pay raise over four years. But the workers wanted more. They feel their hard work isn't being
Argentina made history by legalizing abortion, but the real challenge began after the law passed. The fight for reproductive rights is far from over. The question now is: How can the country ensure that everyone, regardless of where they live or their social status, has access to safe and quality ab
School leaders in Türkiye are facing a silent crisis. They are constantly juggling emotions, which is taking a toll on their well-being. This isn't just about long hours or tough decisions. It's about the invisible work of managing feelings, both their own and those of others. This emotional labor i
In 2021, the World Health Organisation (WHO) set ambitious targets to improve oral health globally by 2030. This sparked a wave of collaboration, particularly among educators training future dentists and hygienists. The United States and Europe took the initiative to unite global efforts. They aime
Heart problems are a big deal worldwide, and one major issue is damage to the heart muscle. Scientists have been looking into how good bacteria, called probiotics, might help protect the heart. One type of bacteria, Lacticaseibacillus paracasei, was found in a special kind of yogurt made from yak mi
Schisandra chinensis fruits are famous for their health benefits. They protect the liver, reduce stress, and fight off harmful molecules. But, picking too many wild fruits led to farming them. However, farmed ones aren't as good as the wild ones. Scientists think this might be because wild plants fa
In Lahore Zoo, 15 olive baboons faced a common problem: roundworm infections. These baboons, part of the Cercopithecoidea family, often struggle with health issues in captivity, especially due to parasites. To tackle this, a study was set up to test two deworming medicines: mebendazole and levamisol
The EGKARDIA study took a close look at how the Greek economic crisis affected the health of people who were already struggling. It focused on those who were hit hardest by the financial downturn. The study aimed to spot cardiometabolic diseases early on in these groups. Cardiometabolic diseases are
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
