Scholars are focusing more on research that promotes sustainable futures to tackle today's societal challenges. One exciting direction they're exploring is the idea of a circular economy (CE) as an "ecology of practices. " This concept helps us understand a field that's primarily driven by practitio
Imagine walking into a Danish general practitioner's (GP) office and instead of waiting for an in-person appointment, you can simply talk to your doctor via a video call. This is the future that political stakeholders in Denmark are pushing for. By the end of 2024, GPs must offer video consultations
Meningococcal disease, caused by bacteria called Neisseria meningitidis, is a big deal. It's severe and can even be life-threatening. There are vaccines that protect against this, including ones that target the most common types like MenA, MenC, and MenW. These vaccines come in different forms, like
Ever felt like hosting a dinner party is a thing of the past? You’re not alone. Between busy schedules, tight budgets, and our collective burnout, having folks over for dinner is becoming less common. But what are we missing out on? A recent report suggests that these gatherings create a unique inti
Philadelphia’s big holiday game ended with an impressive win over the defending champions, the Boston Celtics. The final score was 118-114, showing that the Sixers are serious about their season. Tyrese Maxey led the scoring with 33 points and 12 assists, making history as the first Sixer to achieve
This Christmas, the Kardashian-Jenner crew chose to swap their extravagant parties for a more laid-back celebration. With home renovations in full swing, the family decided to host a cozy get-together instead of their usual grand Christmas bash. Surprisingly, this wasn't their first casual holiday e
Hudson Meek, known for his role in "Baby Driver, " sadly died at the age of 16 after a fall from a moving vehicle. The young actor's family confirmed his passing through his Instagram account, highlighting his significant impact on everyone he met. The accident happened in Vestavia Hills, Alabama, a
In the world of kidney dialysis, vascular access is crucial. One common type is the arteriovenous fistula (AVF). But how well does AVF work, and what affects its survival? That's what researchers set out to find in a one-year study. The study looked at how well AVFs functioned and survived in patie
Ever wondered how age influences the way we remember and order our life events? A fascinating study took a deep dive into this question by exploring how people of different ages recall both positive and negative autobiographical memories (AMs). The research involved 364 participants, ranging from 18
Imagine you lost a leg, and now need a prosthetic socket to walk again. The fit has to be just right – not too tight, not too loose. But how do we know what’s "just right"? A recent study in Australia set out to find out. Researchers chatted with people who’ve lost a lower limb, asking about their e
