The 17th edition of the annual banned-substance review just came out, and it's all about the latest findings in human sports drug testing. This one covers research published between October 2023 and September 2024. Just like before, the focus is on new ways to detect doping and figure out how certai
You might not think about it much, but being active is super important for everyone, especially kids who struggle to learn and understand things. These kids, who have severe intellectual disabilities (ID), often don't get enough exercise and their body movements might not be as smooth as other kids'
In the United States, keeping track of workplace health and safety often depends on data from federal and state agencies. However, these sources aren't perfect. They can miss some reports or use different methods to collect information. To fill these gaps, the federal Occupational Health and Safety
Singer Dua Lipa was spotted with a big diamond ring on her finger in recent Instagram posts. Fans are buzzing about a possible engagement to her boyfriend, Callum Turner. No official confirmation has been made. The couple started dating earlier this year and has been seen together at several events.
Did you know that your bone strength can be measured by looking at the texture of your bones on an MRI scan? This might sound like something from a sci-fi movie, but scientists have found a fascinating link between the pattern of your bone texture and its strength. In a recent study, researchers lo
A new orca calf, J61, has joined the endangered southern resident killer whale population in British Columbia. But scientists are concerned about her health. The calf, spotted on December 20 with J pod, is believed to be premature. Her mom, J35 Tahlequah, might not be in the best shape to nurse her.
In a last-minute agreement, Massachusetts lawmakers decided to join forces on healthcare bills that focus on improving accessibility and affordability. After months of separate discussions, the House and Senate reached a common ground on the weekend before the end of their term. They aim to vote on
Imagine you're an elderly person in a psychiatric hospital. You're not just dealing with mental health issues, but also physical ones. A recent study in Guangzhou, China, looked into how many physical diseases these patients have and what factors influence that number. They checked out 332 patients
Acetogenic bacteria, known for turning carbon dioxide and hydrogen into acetate, have a unique way of gobbling up hydrogen. Scientists studied three types of these bacteria to see how fast they can consume hydrogen at different levels. Surprisingly, all three types followed a simple rule: the more h
In modern medicine, intensive care units (ICUs) have made great strides in helping patients survive initial critical illnesses. However, a new challenge has emerged: patients who survive the initial crisis but need extended ICU stays and develop long-term critical symptoms. This condition is known a
