Imagine you're planning a surgery to fix a bum knee (patellar tracking issues). You might think checking out the kneecap (patella) while you're just chilling (non-weightbearing) gives you a good picture. But guess what? This could be messing with your plans. Seems like when you don't put weight on y
Did you know that chemotherapy can sometimes cause nerve damage in your hands and feet? This is called peripheral neuropathy, and it can really affect how patients feel and live their lives. A big study called the MiroCIP study looked into this. They checked out two types of chemo drugs: oxaliplatin
In 2019, Australia rolled out a new national maternity strategy called Woman-centred care: Strategic directions for Australian maternity services. This policy is all about making sure moms-to-be feel safe, respected, and have plenty of choices when it comes to their care. It's based on four key valu
You might be surprised to learn that many modern vinyl records aren't purely analog. These days, digital technology often sneaks into the production process. A common belief is that vinyl records offer a "warmer" sound, but this idea has been around for a long time without much evidence. Digital au
Imagine playing your favorite Windows games on a tablet—that's what Xiaomi aims to achieve with its new virtualization software, WinPlay. This technology is designed to run at least some high-end Windows games on Xiaomi's HyperOS tablets, although it won't match the performance of a GeForce system.
When stroke survivors start their recovery journey, it's not just about the physical healing. It's also about setting realistic goals with the help of their loved ones. This is where prediction models come into play. These models can forecast how well a person might bounce back, but they need to be
Imagine you're a Syrian refugee who's just arrived in Canada with your kids. How often you talk about religion with them might depend on where you settle. A recent study looked at Syrian refugees in Quebec and other provinces. The big difference? Quebec has strict rules about public religious expres
A massive winter storm swept through the southern United States, dumping record-breaking snow in places like Florida and Louisiana. This is unusual for the region, which isn't used to such harsh winter weather. The storm led to road closures, flight cancellations, and even deaths. New Orleans got 8
California is no stranger to wildfires, and now, after recent blazes, the state is looking at rebuilding. But should they just go back to the way things were? Experts say no way! They suggest rethinking how and where we build. Instead of cramming houses together on fire-prone hillsides, spread them
Lynn Ban, a star from the Netflix show "Bling Empire: New York, " has sadly left us at the age of 52. Her son, Sebastian, shared the news on Instagram, revealing that she had passed away on Monday. This came just a few weeks after she underwent emergency brain surgery due to injuries from a ski acci
