Obesity is a serious health problem that often leads to early death. Most studies on body mass index (BMI) have focused on people of European background. A recent study looked at the DNA of 88, 873 people from the Trans-Omics for Precision Medicine (TOPMed) Program. Half of these participants came f
Rory McIlroy demonstrated his resilience at the Masters Tournament. His performance was a stark contrast to his earlier struggles. Many had written him off after a disappointing start. He had two double bogeys in his final four holes of the first round. This left many wondering if his chance at the
Fans of the popular comedy series "Mythic Quest" were shocked to hear that the show would not be returning for a fifth season. The news came after the fourth season wrapped up on March 26. This series, which started in February 2020, was one of the first original shows to hit Apple TV+. T
The 2025 Masters tournament is heating up. After two days of play, the leaderboard is packed with big names. The weather played a big role in the second round. Rain overnight softened the course, making it easier to score low. But as the day went on, winds picked up, adding a challenge for those pla
The United States is facing a serious issue with pregnancy-related deaths. The number of women dying from pregnancy complications has been increasing. This is a problem that can be prevented, but it's getting worse. Researchers looked at data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC
The evening practice session for the Bahrain Grand Prix was a thrilling display of speed and skill. Oscar Piastri, a McLaren driver, took the lead on the timing charts. His teammate, Lando Norris, was right behind him. George Russell, driving for Mercedes, also put in a strong performance, securing
Lung cancer is a serious disease. It is important to understand the choices people make when dealing with it. Non-small cell lung cancer is the most common type. So, what matters most to patients, their supporters, and doctors when they make treatment choices? There are many aspects to consider. P
Latin America is a vibrant mix of cultures, but it faces big problems. Political ups and downs and money troubles make it hard to have good healthcare for everyone. This is especially true when it comes to fighting cancer. Money issues in healthcare make it tough to do good research and provide top-
In Denmark, a recent study looked at how well ivermectin works against strongylid worms in horses. These worms are everywhere and can make horses very sick. One big problem is that these worms are getting resistant to the drugs meant to kill them. Some countries in Europe have made rules to limit ho
First-time psychosis is a serious mental health issue. It is crucial to track symptoms to guide treatment and predict how a person will do. The Positive and Negative Syndrome Scale (PANSS-30) is a common tool for this. It has 30 items. It is thorough, but it takes a long time to use. This can b
