You might think social participation is key for older adults, but have you ever considered how political, economic, and social factors play a role? It's time to dive into how these contexts can marginalize aging and disabled bodies. By using critical gerontology and critical disability studies, we c
Social media, like Reddit, has made it super easy for folks to share their thoughts on health and medicine. This can give us amazing insights into what patients are worried about and why they might turn to the internet instead of doctors. Researchers have come up with a cool method to sort through t
Head and neck cancers, or HNC, are a tough challenge. They mess with how you look and important daily activities like eating, talking, and breathing. This can be really hard for patients and their caregivers. But did you know that religion and spirituality can be a big help? These practices can offe
You might have heard that endoscopic third ventriculostomy (ETV) is a hot topic when it comes to treating babies under one year old with idiopathic congenital aqueductal stenosis. This condition, which basically means there's a narrowing in the brain that affects the flow of cerebrospinal fluid, can
Imagine finding out you have a disease called gestational trophoblastic disease (GTD). It's not something you plan for, and it can hit you like a storm. How does this news affect women? A recent study explored this by talking to women who had just been diagnosed with GTD. The study used interviews
Complex multicellular life, seen in animals, plants, and fungi, didn’t just evolve once but several times over. Imagine certain genes mimicking cell glue to start the process. Then, signals between these cells kickstarted some serious communication. Add to that expanding families of genes shaping ce
Did you know that millions of surgeries happen each year, and sadly, some patients face health issues soon after? Teaching patients about their procedures is super important, but it can be tough due to pre-surgery stress. This is where big language models, often called LLMs, come in. They can explai
Anthony Mackie, star of the upcoming film Captain America: Brave New World, found himself in hot water over a comment made about the iconic superhero. While promoting the film in Italy, Mackie sparked backlash by suggesting that Captain America isn't just about America. He took to Instagram to clari
Scientists have been working on a new way to predict if patients with a type of liver cancer, called hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), will have an early comeback of their disease after surgery. This cancer often grows beyond a certain size and number of tumors, which doctors call "beyond Milan. " The
Getting healthcare as a veteran can feel like navigating a confusing maze. But don't worry, the Spokane VA team is there to help you find your way. They support veterans from both Washington and Idaho. You can give them a call at 509-434-7504. Ever thought about having someone who's got your back i
