Swimmers' race strategies play a big role in how well they perform. A recent study looked at how swimmers position themselves and pace their races in different freestyle events. These events range from short 100-meter races to long 1, 500-meter races. The study found that race distance, the round o
Psoriasis is a skin condition that many people deal with. It causes red, itchy patches on the skin. Scientists have been looking into how what we eat might make psoriasis better or worse. A recent study asked people with psoriasis about their eating habits. The goal was to see if certain foods coul
In the late 1500s, China faced a massive drought that lasted for years. This wasn't just any dry spell—it was one of the worst in history. During this time, something else happened: diseases started spreading like wildfire. But how are these two things connected? Droughts can be brutal. They don't
In Singapore, health workers in emergency rooms have a tough job. They deal with many patients when it's extremely hot. A recent study looked at how these workers see heatwaves and what they think hospitals can do better. Heatwaves are a big deal in Singapore. They can make people very sick. The st
Young people in Samoa might be losing their hearing without realizing it. This is not just a local problem. It's a global issue. Almost half of the people between 12 and 35 years old are at risk. This is due to loud noises from music, parties, and even everyday environments. The World Health Organiz
The Princess of Wales, Kate, chose to skip the Royal Ascot horse race this week. She is still recovering from cancer and needs to take things slow. This is not the first time she has had to adjust her public schedule. Last fall, she finished chemotherapy and started returning to her royal duties. Bu
The U. S. Federal Reserve has been printing a lot of money lately. From 2019 to 2023, they added over $6. 3 trillion to the economy. This has made things more expensive, including prescription drugs. People without insurance or with low incomes are hit the hardest. Bitcoin is different. It has a fi
Bitcoin traders are getting ready for a possible price drop. They are using options to protect themselves. This is happening because of worries about the world economy and politics. Traders are buying more put options than call options. This shows they are worried about a price fall. Put options le
Bones healing is a complex process. It involves many cells and signals. Macrophages, a type of immune cell, play a big role. They help other cells, called mesenchymal stromal cells (MSCs), to grow and change. This process is not just about chemicals. It also depends on physical forces, like pressure
In 2021, the COVID-19 pandemic kept causing problems for HIV testing and diagnosis. This was especially noticeable at a top hospital in India. The goal was to see how much the pandemic affected HIV testing that year. The pandemic made it hard for people to get tested for HIV. This is a big deal bec
