Imagine this: China's coastal areas buzzing with clean energy from offshore wind farms. This isn't just a dream; it's a reality that could be just around the corner. With the cost of offshore wind power dropping fast, it's becoming a real option for China's energy transition. To understand its impac
It's no secret that physical activity is great for our health. But why do some people do it regularly while others don't? Research often uses surveys and interviews to figure this out. However, these methods can have biases that make their results less reliable. This is where social media platforms
In the bustling city of Hong Kong, breastfeeding is not just a personal choice but a public health priority. A new mobile app is making waves by turning the city's communities into breastfeeding-friendly zones. The app's design and development were guided by a simple yet profound idea: supporting mo
Ever thought about what happens to your body when you say goodbye to soda? It's a big deal, and it's not just about the sugar rush. Let's start with the caffeine. You might think, "No problem, I'll just switch to a sparkling coffee or matcha. " But hold on! These drinks might have caffeine too, and
Ever wondered how many steps you should take daily if you're dealing with high blood pressure? A recent study explored this very question. Researchers looked into how many steps hypertensive American adults take each day and how that relates to their risk of death from any cause, as well as heart-re
You might think that taxing sugar is the way to go, but Italy has a bigger problem: excessive fat consumption. The government has been considering a sugar tax, but our research shows that it might not do much good. Instead, we suggest a fat tax. We used a special math model to see how taxes would ch
Ever thought about how technology can help manage a tricky health issue like inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)? Well, wearables are here to do just that. Imagine little gadgets, like smartwatches or patches, sticking to your body, quietly collecting data about your health. These devices are equipped
Ever wondered if having health insurance could actually help you live longer? Scientists have been exploring this question for years. Back in 2008, they were just beginning to uncover some clues. Now, we have solid evidence showing that health insurance can indeed lengthen our lives. Research has fo
Figuring out if texts are positive or negative, called sentiment analysis, is super useful in lots of fields. While machines can now do this super fast and accurately, lexicon-based methods have their own perks. They might not be as perfect as machine learning or big language models, but they can wo
Did you know that drinking coffee in the morning could be better for your heart? A recent study found that having two to three cups in the morning was linked to lower death rates. Interestingly, the same benefit wasn’t seen when people drank coffee throughout the day. The research, led by Tulane Un
