Imagine losing a baby. It's a devastating experience for any parent, but how they cope with this loss can vary greatly based on where they live. A recent study chatted with 47 mothers from the United States and New Zealand who had gone through this heartbreaking event. The results were quite surpris
Imagine growing up with loving relationships, a safe environment, and plenty of engaging activities. Researchers have been exploring how these positive childhood experiences (PCEs) can shape our health later in life. They've sifted through thousands of studies to find out which health outcomes are m
Imagine living in a place where simple infections can change your life forever. That's the reality for over a billion people in low-income communities, facing neglected tropical diseases (NTDs). These aren't your common colds; they're chronic and can seriously harm health. So, what's the deal? Why a
In the vibrant city of Melilla, North Africa, there's a curious trend among Spanish schoolchildren aged 15-17. Both Christian and Muslim teens are eating a lot of ultra-processed foods (UPFs), which include drinks, snacks, and sweets. But there's a twist—Muslim kids seem to be consuming even more of
President Trump's first week back in the White House was packed with actions that hint at what his next four years might look like. He started by pardoning over 1, 500 people involved in the Capitol attack, showing he's not holding back. Trump also ended security details for some former officials an
Across Australia, women from different ethnic backgrounds face unique challenges and benefits when it comes to maintaining healthy lifestyles after giving birth. A recent study, which combined surveys and interviews, explored these differences among Oceanian, Asian, and other women who had given bir
Imagine walking into an emergency room and finding it overcrowded, not because of physical injuries, but due to mental health crises. That's been a common sight in Orangeburg County, South Carolina. But there's hope on the horizon. Governor McMaster has proposed a budget that includes $2 million for
Early life unpredictability, like moving homes often or experiencing family conflicts, can have lasting effects on a person's mental and physical health. This is what the Questionnaire of Unpredictability in Childhood (QUIC) aims to measure. The QUIC has been used to understand how these early exper
Last year, Americans bought the fewest homes in nearly 30 years. It's not because people don't want to buy homes; it's because many can't afford to. High housing prices, not enough homes for sale, and rising mortgage rates are making it very hard, especially for first-time buyers. Experts say these
You might be wondering why Pete Hegseth, a guy who was up for a big job with the government, would pay a woman $50, 000. Well, let's dive into it. This all started back in 2017 when a woman accused him of rape. Now, Pete says this accusation is false, and he paid the woman to keep things quiet. He w
