Leprosy can mess up the nerves that control things like sweating and blood flow. But checking these nerves isn't easy or cheap. A new study tried to see if a simple infrared camera could help. The idea is to use the camera to measure how fast your hands warm up after being in cold water. This warmi
Valderrama Golf Club in Spain is no stranger to high-stakes golf. This year, the LIV Golf Andalucía event returns to this iconic course, bringing with it a mix of intense competition and unpredictable weather. The tournament, set to take place from July 11 to 13, will feature some of the biggest nam
The US has been experiencing some serious cold snaps lately, even as winters warm up overall. Scientists have been digging into why this happens and found some interesting connections to the stratosphere, the layer of the atmosphere above where planes fly. Two key patterns have been identified. The
Vaping isn't just a trend; it's a habit that's becoming more common. But what do we really know about how people use these devices? Puffing topography (PT) is a way to study vaping patterns. It looks at things like how long a puff lasts, how hard someone inhales, and how often they take a puff. This
By 2035, more than half of the planet's people might be overweight or obese. That's a big problem, but there's hope. Exercise, especially high-intensity interval training (HIIT), can help manage weight and improve health. But what if we could give workouts a little extra oomph? Enter therapeutic ul
Violence against women is a big problem. Many people want to know how to stop it. Experts have looked at different ways to prevent men from hurting women. They checked out three main types of prevention: stopping violence before it happens, catching it early, and helping those who have already done
When someone's heart stops outside a hospital, quick action is key. But not everyone gets the same help. A recent study looked at how money and race play a role in who receives life-saving heart medicines. First, let's talk about the basics. Out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) is a serious event.
The government has decided to block immigrants without legal status from joining Head Start, a free preschool program. This change is part of a bigger plan to limit access to federal benefits for those who are not citizens. For many years, immigrants without legal status could still join some commu
Teen years are a big deal. Bodies and brains change a lot. How parents act can make a huge difference in how teens feel. But what if growing up is tough? Bad stuff happening early in life can stick with a person. It can make them feel unsafe and mess with their mind. Most studies look at this in We
Nearly one-third of U. S. teens, aged 12 to 17, now have prediabetes. This alarming statistic comes from recent data released by the CDC. The numbers show a significant increase from previous estimates, which suggested that about one in five kids had prediabetes. This rise is a serious concern becau
