In the bustling year of 1858, the renowned Hungarian writer Mór Jókai found himself grappling with a severe chest disease. This health challenge prompted him to seek an unusual yet historic treatment option in the medical realm. At a time when conventional cures were the norm, Jókai opted for a radi
More and more pregnant women are starting their journey with extra weight. This can raise the chances of gaining too much weight during pregnancy, which isn't good for mom or baby. But, there aren't many proven ways to help these women stay healthy in clinics. That's where a new program, Healthy Hab
Have you ever wondered why some people don't see the value in a college education, even though it's getting cheaper? Paul Peterson, a professor at Harvard, says that people might feel like they're not getting enough back, but the data actually shows that a college degree is worth more now than ever
When planning a big project, like constructing a bridge, you wouldn't just ask passersby if it's sturdy, right? You'd need measurements, tests, and lots of data. The same goes for knee surgeries. Doctors often rely on how patients feel after the surgery, which is known as patient-reported outcome me
Ever wondered how smart cities can get us moving more? A recent study dug into this, using data from China's Family Panel Studies from 2010 to 2020. They found that smart city construction really does make a difference in how much we exercise. The study used a special method called Difference-in-Dif
Ever wondered why farmers in China are so dedicated to keeping their land in top shape? Scientists from economics and psychology are curious about what motivates people, especially farmers, to protect the environment. They want to know if it’s the promise of more money or personal feelings that driv
Every day, tiny pieces of plastic, known as microplastics, find their way into our environment. Understanding how they move around, especially downward, is crucial. Scientists have been trying to figure this out using something called "drag models. " Previously, these models haven't really considere
You might have heard about Tropical Depression Nineteen, but now it's time to meet Tropical Storm Sara. This isn't your average storm; Sara is packing some power in the western Caribbean Sea. As of Thursday's Noon update from the National Hurricane Center, Sara had sustained winds of about 40 mph an
Okay, let’s chat about what Senator Markwayne Mullin from Oklahoma had to say recently. He’s been defending Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , who’s been chosen to lead the Department of Health and Human Services by Donald Trump. Kennedy is known for questioning vaccines, and Mullin thinks he’s really smart on
Let's dive into how social mobility in Scotland changed for men between the late 1800s and the late 1900s. We're looking at new data that links the lives of young men in 1871 to their adult lives in 1901. This is then compared to men in their 30s and 40s in 1974 and 2001. The big surprise? Social mo
