Stress is a big deal for many young adults. It can mess with how you feel and even affect your weight. In Korea, researchers have been looking into how stress might be linked to obesity in young adults. They are also exploring how a person's view of their own health might play a role in this connect
Persistent organic pollutants (POPs) have been a major health concern worldwide for a long time. These harmful chemicals stick around in our bodies and the environment for a very long time. This makes it hard to figure out how they affect our health over the long term. A new study created a simple m
High-entropy carbide ceramics, or HECCs, are making waves. They are strong and tough, but what makes them so special? To understand this, one must look at how they handle tiny flaws, known as point defects. These defects are unavoidable in real-world materials and can weaken them. However, HECCs see
In the countryside of Zhejiang Province, a study looked at what keeps older adults physically active during their free time. The research focused on two main areas: the environment around them and their personal factors. The environment included things like how safe the streets are, how easy it is t
Breast cancer is a tough journey, but for many, the end of treatment is just the beginning of a new chapter. Survivors often face a range of side effects that can stick around long after the last treatment session. These issues can be tricky to spot and even harder to manage. It is important to not
Back pain is a major issue that affects many people and can be quite expensive to treat. It is one of the most common reasons people visit doctors. One way to potentially lower the risk of chronic back pain is through regular physical activity. Walking is a popular and easy way to stay active. H
Quantum systems in the condensed phase often show complex behaviors. This is due to a memory effect called non-Markovianity. Unlike its simpler, memoryless counterpart, non-Markovianity makes these systems harder to understand. Many chemical systems have shown signs of this complex behavior through
Breast cancer survivors often face a tough road ahead, even after treatment. The challenges they encounter can seriously affect their daily lives. To tackle this issue, researchers have created tools to spot patients who might face long-term problems. But how do you share this information with patie
Italy has taken a hard stance on surrogacy. Law No. 169, which came into effect on November 4, 2024, makes it illegal for Italian citizens to engage in surrogacy, even if it happens in another country. This law is based on the belief that surrogacy can be harmful to the surrogate mother and the chil
The protein p53 is a big deal in the world of cancer research. It's known for its ability to stop cells from turning cancerous. It does this by keeping an eye on DNA and fixing any issues that pop up. But when p53 gets mutated, it can't do its job properly. In fact, these mutations are found in over
