Parkinson's disease patients often rely on deep brain stimulation (DBS) to manage their symptoms. This treatment involves implanting electrodes in specific brain regions to deliver electrical pulses. However, programming these devices accurately is crucial, and it typically requires knowing the exac
Brain tumours can make it tough for doctors to decide if a patient is safe to drive. There are no clear rules for this situation. So, a group of experts got together to figure out some guidelines. They used a method called the Delphi technique. This method helps experts reach an agreement on complex
The Pharmacy Technician Certification Board is marking three decades of setting standards in the pharmacy world. It is a moment to reflect on how far the field has come and where it might be headed. The board was established in 1995. It was a time when the role of pharmacy technicians was not a
The Brazilian Congress is made up of two parts: the Senate and the Chamber of Deputies. Both are crucial for making laws in Brazil. Researchers have been using complex networks to study how these groups work. Most studies have focused on the Chamber of Deputies, leaving the Senate largely unexplored
Drug development has always been a complex process. It involves improving the way drugs work and how they behave in the body. One exciting area of research is co-crystal technology. This method is eco-friendly, simple, and effective. It offers a new way to enhance the properties of drugs. A recent
The use of technology has become a hot topic when it comes to its effects on the brain. With many people now reaching old age having grown up with technology, researchers wanted to see how it affects their mental sharpness. They dug into 57 studies involving over 400, 000 older adults. The result
The importance of specialized care for brain injury patients is becoming increasingly clear. A recent study looked at the outcomes of patients with severe brain injuries. These patients had conditions like strokes, bleeding in the brain, or injuries from trauma. The study compared patients tr
Brain health is a hot topic. It is known that growing older and high blood pressure can really mess with the blood vessels in the brain. But how does exercise fit into this picture? It turns out, exercise can do wonders for the brain's blood vessels. It can even counteract the bad effects of age
Sumy, a city in northeastern Ukraine, faced a grim Palm Sunday. Two Russian ballistic missiles struck the heart of the city. This attack was not on a military base or a strategic target. It was a busy city center, filled with people going about their day. The missiles were not ordinary. They were c
Earth Day is coming up, and it's a big deal. This year, Oak Cliff is hosting a family-friendly festival to mark the occasion. The event is all about having fun while learning how to take care of our planet. It's happening on April 13th, from noon to 5 PM, at Lake Cliff Park. The best part? It's free
