Imagine being a gay man in China, deciding whether to tell your parents about your sexual orientation. This decision can have a big impact on your health over time. A recent study looked at how this disclosure affected sexual risk behaviors and HIV infection over 15 years. The study followe
Imagine a lung disease so rare that it's barely known. It's called pulmonary alveolar proteinosis, or PAP for short. This condition is marked by a buildup of a substance called surfactant in the tiny air sacs of the lungs. Now, let's talk about the big picture. Researchers took a deep dive into a va
The shift from pediatric to adult health services is a big deal. Experts have been saying for a while that we need to get ready better. They also talk about the need for better coordination. Without considering what patients really want and need, it's hard to get them to follow recommendations. I
So, you'd think that the cold weather in Minnesota would make for more cuddly romance, but it isn't panning out that way. Maybe our stoic Scandinavian roots have something to do with it. What happened to the saying, "Cold hands, warm heart? " We have to pile on the flannel pajamas and hats to keep w
The Framingham Heart Study took a deep dive into how smoking affects these key measures: central arterial pressure and other hemodynamic indicators. The study was interested in seeing if smokers had different results on these heart measures. They also wondered if these results would stay the
Picture this: We all know that childhood isn’t always sunshine and rainbows. Why do some teens grow up strong, while others face challenges? The Dual-Factor Model (DFM) of mental health has been gaining traction. It looks at both our highs ( like feeling good about life) and lows (like feeling bumm
The Las Vegas Raiders have a new face in their coaching ranks. He is not a rookie. Chip Kelly, who knew both NFL success and frustration, has been given a new chance in the league. He will be the assistant coach responsible for the team's offense. Kelly will be joined by Pete Carroll, who is the hea
Nature and nurture both play bit parts in how children master their movement skills. Let's talk about movement skills. Lots of different factors help kids become better at sports, but do children benefit differently from organized sports and open play in the yard. Some research has tried to determi
Sheesh, there's been a lot of shuffling in Chicago. Eric Bieniemy has just swapped uniforms, going from the college football squad, UCLA, to the Bears. He left his spot down in SoCal. Much was expected of Bieniemy at UCLA, but unfortunately, the Bruins' offense was a bit of a mess, and he was show
This year, the Cowboys have made a bold move by hiring Klayton Adams as their new offensive coordinator. This new position for Adams means the team is expecting a fresh perspective as they move forward. This appointment comes after Adams spent a couple of years coaching the offensive line for the Ar
