Kids need to move around to stay healthy. But when they have cancer, it's tough to keep up with physical activity. This can make them feel worse and lower their overall well-being. In Ecuador, many kids don't get enough exercise. Only a few spend more than an hour a week being active. This is a big
In Germany, after the fall of the Berlin Wall, something interesting happened with genes and education. Scientists looked at how genes linked to education behaved differently in East and West Germany around the time of reunification. They used a special tool, a polygenic index, to study this. This
People have long known that exercise keeps the body healthy. But recent studies are digging deeper. They are looking at how exercise affects aging at a cellular level, specifically through changes in DNA. Epigenetic aging is a hot topic in science. It refers to changes in how genes are turned on an
People with HIV in South Africa face extra challenges when floods hit. These storms don't just cause damage to homes and roads. They also make it harder for people to get their medicine, see doctors, and earn money. In KwaZulu-Natal, floods have been hitting often. This area has many people with HIV
In a recent study, researchers dug into how weather and seasons might have affected old cremation practices. They did this by burning pig legs in different seasons in Greece. The idea was to see how things like temperature, humidity, and wind could change the way bones burn and what they look like a
Seven former heads of NASA's science programs have joined forces to protest a huge budget cut. They want Congress to say no to a 47% reduction in NASA's 2026 science budget. This cut could stop many space missions and hurt thousands of scientists and engineers. It could also make the U. S. fall behi
Nurses are often the first ones to notice when something is not right. They see the gaps in healthcare. They understand the struggles of patients who can't afford proper care. But what if nurses could do more than just notice? What if they could actually change things? Nursing students are learning
In New York City, a recent study looked at how police actions and violent crimes impact student attendance. The research used data from public schools over six years, from 2013 to 2019. It focused on two main things: arrests made by police and reported violent crimes. The study found something inte
In China, news often shows doctors in a tough light. They're portrayed as overworked, underpaid, and even victims of violence. This paints a picture of doctors as vulnerable. But how does this affect how we see them? The way media shows doctors can send confusing messages. It's not always clear if
Live-streaming shopping is a big deal these days. It's changing how people buy things and how brands sell them. But what's going on behind the scenes? Let's talk about the choices streamers make when selling products. Streamers have different ways to sell stuff. They can do one big show or split it
