The topic of grooming gangs has been a hot subject in recent times. This is due to the fact that the leader of the Labour Party, Sir Keir Starmer, has changed his mind about holding a national inquiry into the issue. This change of heart comes after he previously criticized those who wanted a nation
In the United States, there's a big problem with not enough mental health experts for kids. This has led to family doctors taking on a larger role in managing young patients' mental health. This shift has been happening since 2015. The focus is on how often kids are prescribed antidepressants and a
A lot of people use YouTube to learn about wildlife. But how well is it helping with conservation efforts in Africa? This question has not been given much thought. Most studies focus on specific species, activities, or small areas, making it hard to see the bigger picture. Africa is a treasur
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a big deal in the healthcare world. It costs Medicare around 82 billion dollars each year. This is a huge chunk of money. So, finding ways to manage it better is crucial. One approach that's gaining traction is using community navigators. These are people who understa
Getting more steps into the day can add years to life, but how to motivate people to move more? That is the question. A recent study looked at three ways to boost physical activity among folks at risk for heart trouble. The methods were gamification, money rewards, or a mix of both. The goal was
Scientists have developed a new gel that could change the game for growing sperm cells outside the body. This gel is made from a substance called chitosan, which turns into a gel at body temperature. The gel is then covered with a special mix of proteins and other stuff that sperm cells need to gr
The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) has laid out some rules on how to handle violence against women. The idea is to see if these rules can be taught to health students in Latin American universities. This means figuring out what might stop or help this from happening. The first step is to
Genome editing is a hot topic. It's a way to change plant genes to make them better. It could solve big problems, but it also has risks. People have different views on it. Some love the idea, others are against it. Why is that? It might have something to do with how open-minded we are. Think about
In Western China, a significant number of teenagers are facing mental health challenges due to psychological abuse and neglect. This problem is often overlooked because it is not as visible as physical abuse. To tackle this issue, a large-scale survey was conducted with nearly 18, 350 students. T
Medical experts in South Africa have been keeping a close watch on a growing health issue. They have been tracking the spread of childhood obesity. This problem has been getting worse over the past decade. They have been studying kids under 12 years old. They have been doing this work at a major ho
