Opioid misuse is a serious problem in the USA. There are way too many opioid prescriptions being filled. This means that there are lots of leftover pills just sitting in medicine cabinets. These pills can be dangerous. They can end up being used by people who should not have them. This is calle
A young leader from Dublin is making waves worldwide. Ananya Akkaraju is the mastermind behind EmpowerHer Education. This nonprofit is all about empowering girls through education and health support. It's not just a local thing. EmpowerHer has spread its wings far and wide. There are over 40 ch
The Rhino Linux team has been working on a significant change. They are moving away from the XFCE desktop environment. This shift is part of a project called the Unicorn Beyond XFCE Initiative (UBXI). The goal is to bring the unique look and feel of the Unicorn desktop to a new platform. The team s
After a stroke, many people face emotional and cognitive challenges. But does checking for these issues and providing care really help? A recent study aimed to find out. It focused on how screening and care for emotional and cognitive problems might improve a person's ability to take part in society
The use of therapy in schools is not a new concept. However, a recent experiment in Mexico took a unique approach to tackle a serious issue. The experiment was designed to see if brief, daily sessions of a specific therapy could help students who were dealing with a lot of stress from violence in
Cirrhosis is a serious condition that takes many lives in the United States. It is not just about bad habits or genetics. There is more to the story. The circumstances in which people live, work, and play have a big impact on their health. These are called social determinants of health. They in
The liver is a crucial organ that often gets overlooked. One of the most common liver issues is steatotic liver disease, often called fatty liver. It's a growing problem, especially among minority groups. The usual advice for managing it is to change your lifestyle. But, this is not always easy.
In the year 2024, the Medical Nutrition Research Unit (MNRU) marks a significant milestone. It has been four decades since this unit was established. To honor this achievement, a special edition was created for the Mexican Institute of Social Security's Medical Journal. The goal was to share importa
The Gaza Strip has been a hotspot for conflict and humanitarian crises for years. The recent aid distribution system has only added to the turmoil. The system was set up to bypass traditional aid routes, but it has faced significant challenges. The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, the group behind t
A recent exploration into the eating habits of young people has challenged some common assumptions. The focus was on whether mental exhaustion affects how much and what types of food kids consume. The idea is that when kids are mentally tired, they might eat more, especially junk food. The study in
