Bullying isn't just a schoolyard scrap. It hurts teens deeply, both in person and online, affecting about 1 in 20 kids aged 12-18 in the U. S. To fight this, scientists are digging deep into what puts kids at risk and what protects them. A big study used smart machines to find out. Researchers look
Ever wondered how x-rays might affect kidney cancer? Well, scientists found that x-rays can speed up kidney cancer growth. How? By making healthy kidney cells go into a strange phase called "senescence, " where they stay alive but stop growing. These senescent cells start pumping out special signals
The world is seeing more people reaching their golden years. This means we need to pay extra attention to issues like elder abuse. The World Health Organization says that one out of every six people over 60 has faced some kind of abuse. This could be physical, mental, neglect, money issues, or even
Did you know that hospitals sometimes see patients again right after surgery? When this happens more than 30 days after rectal cancer surgery, it's called a delayed readmission. Why does this matter? Well, it's linked to higher death rates and heavier burdens on the healthcare system. Unfortunately,
Malnutrition is a silent enemy for patients on hemodialysis. A study in Palestine set out to figure out what boosts the risk of malnutrition in these patients. They chatted with 188 people getting hemodialysis at a hospital in Nablus, asking about their life, health, and diet. One in four were malno
Are you feeling tired and out of breath long after your COVID infection? You're not alone. Many people still face issues like fatigue, breathing problems, and brain fog over a year post-recovery. But what's really happening inside their bodies? And why do some improve while others don't? A large-sca
Ever wondered what plays a significant role in developing diabetes? Let's break down the main factors: baseline fasting glucose levels, age, sex, and body mass index (BMI). These are crucial pieces of the puzzle that healthcare professionals use to assess and manage diabetes risk. Firstly, it's imp
In the United States, the amount of opioid painkillers dispensed has been dropping quickly since 2011. This might sound like good news, but it might also mean that people who really need these medicines aren't getting them. Especially troubling is that people living in poorer and non-White communiti
Breast cancer is a significant health concern for women worldwide, ranking second in commonality and leading in cancer-related deaths. A variety of factors influence the risk and protection against breast cancer, but the role of Vitamin D remains unclear. Studies have shown conflicting results, maki
Sexual violence faced by LGBTQ+ adults has become a hot topic in research. But how do we make sense of all the studies out there? This review looked at over 10, 000 papers and picked the best ones to figure out what makes LGBTQ+ adults more likely to experience sexual violence. The second part of th
