Adults with short bowel syndrome often rely on home parenteral nutrition (HPN) for nourishment. One common issue they face is abnormal blood sugar levels, also known as dysglycemia. A recent study aimed to map out the 24-hour blood sugar profiles of these adults using continuous glucose monitors (CG
Air pollution, especially PM2. 5 particles that can cause serious health issues, is a major global problem. Knowing where to place sensors to monitor this pollution is a big challenge. It's like trying to find the best spots in a huge city maze, considering things like traffic, population, and weath
Columbia University's football team, the Lions, is famous for all the wrong reasons. They hold the record for the longest losing streak in college football history, a whopping 44 games in the 1980s. But now, they're on the brink of history—a good kind of history. If they win their game against Corne
Get ready, La Grange! The annual Hometown Holidays event kicks off on November 30, bringing a whole month of festive activities to the town. Organized by the La Grange Business Association and the village, this year’s celebration is set to be even more exciting. The festivities start with the Small
Fluoride naturally exists in soil, plants, and water. Adding it to drinking water is a debate that's been brewing, especially with figures like Robert F. Kennedy Jr. expressing concerns about health impacts. Here’s a quick look at what's happening. In the U. S. , fluoridation was introduced in 1945
Ever noticed how some people jump at the idea of a health vacation, while others aren't quite sold? It isn't just about age—it's about how they perceive their future. The world of health tourism is booming because people want to feel good on their getaways. This study looks at how our future mindset
The holiday season is just around the corner, and celebrities know how to make a splash with their gift choices. From high-end fashion to tech gadgets, here are some luxurious presents that have caught the attention of the rich and famous. One of the most talked-about gifts last year was the Ugg Cl
Lucy, the famous fossil discovered in Ethiopia 50 years ago, is still revealing secrets. This ancient hominid, named after the Beatles' song "Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds, " was found by a team of scientists in 1974. The 3. 18-million-year-old bones, including dental remains and parts of the pelvis
Today's methods for keeping an eye on the cognition of older adults aren't cutting it, especially with the rising number of people with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. We need better ways that are sensitive, can be used on a large scale, give objective results, and reflect real-life funct
Imagine flipping through a book published in the United States after the 2001 terrorist attacks. You might notice something different about the words on the pages. A recent study dug into how phrases about morality changed in books from the U. S. , Great Britain, and Spanish-speaking countries. Rese
