African American smokers often face more hurdles when trying to quit smoking compared to White individuals. They not only have less success but also deal with more health issues related to tobacco. Understanding what makes quitting harder for them is crucial. This study looked into several factors t
Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a widespread issue, affecting one in three refugee women in Australia. These women deal with many challenges after resettlement, making them a priority for IPV screening and support. A recent study called SAHAR explored whether refugee women using resettlement serv
Did you know that plants can make you a better athlete? For three decades, scientists have been exploring how exercise pushes our bodies to the limit. They've discovered that certain plant compounds, like polysaccharides and antioxidants, can turn up the volume on your workouts. Polysaccharides, fo
In the bustling city of Beijing, China, scientists have been investigating the buildup of pollutants in road-deposited sediments (RDS) of various sizes. They collected samples from four different roads to compare how pollutants are distributed. Interestingly, the more dry days there are, the more RD
Long before vaccines, polio epidemics were deadly. In the 1916 outbreak, over 5000 people died in the U. S. alone. By 1952, the worst outbreak saw 57, 000 cases, with 21, 000 paralyzed and 3, 145 deaths. The polio vaccine since then has dramatically reduced cases worldwide by over 99%, saving millio
Imagine if someone said you can pick only two of these: the best, right now, and cheap. Sounds tough, right? This is what happens in our healthcare system. People want great care quickly without it costing a lot. But that's not how it works. Our system has two faces - for some, it's a public good, l
In the world of heart surgery, doctors often notice two things happening together in adults with heart problems: sarcopenia (muscle loss) and malnutrition (poor nutrition). Researchers wanted to find out if these conditions before surgery could lead to serious heart and brain issues after the surger
Young rapper Bhad Bhabie, born Danielle Bregoli, has been in some drama lately. She’s accused another girl, Alabama Barker, of stealing her boyfriend, Le Vaughn. Bhad Bhabie said this on her Instagram Stories, but those posts have now disappeared. It’s a messy situation! Barker, who is 18, didn’t l
Scientists dived into medical databases to find out more about infections that happen alongside COVID-19 in Middle Eastern countries. By February 2023, they had found 90 studies that talked about infections caused by bacteria (57 reports), fungi (32 reports), and other viruses (32 reports) happening
Imagine you're in a hospital during a big pandemic. There aren't enough beds for everyone who needs them. That's where triage protocols come in. They're rules to help decide who gets the best care. But they're not easy decisions. People worry if they'll be picked based on their age, health, or socia
