The COVID-19 pandemic brought many changes to daily life, and smoking habits were no exception. Unlike previous research that relied on surveys, this study took a deeper look into the experiences of smokers in low-middle income countries. These countries often face unique challenges, making it cruci
Smokers often reach for both cigarettes and alcohol at the same time. This is a well-known fact. However, the influence of e-cigarette rules on tobacco and alcohol use in the US is still a mystery. This study tried to figure out how different factors, like taxes, smoking bans in public places, and t
Aging brings many changes, and with it comes a higher risk of diseases. Scientists are digging deep into the tiny world of molecules to understand why these diseases happen and how they get worse. They are finding new ways to fight these diseases without relying on pills. One big idea is to make lif
Knee injuries, especially those involving the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), are pretty common. A lot of people, especially athletes, have to deal with these injuries. ACL reconstruction is a big deal in sports medicine. Getting the femoral tunnel in the right spot is super important. If it's
Health experts are raising alarms about a troubling trend: measles parties. These gatherings, where people intentionally expose themselves to the measles virus, are popping up due to misinformation and fear. The idea is to create immunity by getting sick on purpose. But this is a risky game. In
Latin America is facing a significant challenge in the fight against HIV. The number of new HIV infections has increased by 9% from 2010 to 2023. This is a worrying trend, but there are tools available to combat it. One of these tools is Pre-exposure Prophylaxis, or PrEP. PrEP is a biomedical in
Vaccine research is suddenly in jeopardy. The government is pulling the plug on several studies. These studies were looking into how to boost vaccine trust and accessibility. This sudden move is happening during a major measles outbreak. This outbreak is largely due to unvaccinated children. The go
The Southwest is facing a serious measles outbreak. Two deaths have been linked to the virus, both in unvaccinated individuals. One was a child in Texas, the other an adult in New Mexico. The outbreak began in late January and has since spread, with 223 cases confirmed in Texas and 33 in New Mexico.
Measles is making waves again, this time in Oklahoma. Two people in the state have probably caught the virus. They might have gotten it from an outbreak that started in West Texas. This makes the total number of cases reach 258 since late January. So far, the two people in Oklahoma are considered "p
In a recent development, a powerful figure in the White House has given billionaire Elon Musk the green light to make significant changes to federal health agencies. This move has sparked controversy and concern among some cabinet members. Musk's "Department of Government Efficiency" (DOGE) has been
