Diabetic retinopathy is a big problem for people with diabetes. It's a condition that affects the eyes and can lead to blindness. One of the key signs of this condition are exudates, which are like yellowish patches that show up in the retina. Doctors need to spot these patches to see how bad the co
Clinicians and patients often rely on X-rays for diagnosing knee osteoarthritis (OA) despite guidelines against routine X-ray use. A study explored the impact on patient beliefs about managing OA when given a diagnostic X-ray and explanation compared to a clinical diagnosis without X-rays. The stu
In a move to tighten border security, the Yuma Border Patrol is installing over a mile of razor wire east of the San Luis Port of Entry. This effort aims to prevent illegal entries of people and goods, according to Justin De La Torre, the Yuma Border Patrol Chief. The installation of razor wire is
Have you ever thought about how schools choose who goes where? Like a big sorting hat. There's more to it than what meets the eye. Schools have always been a place for learning and growing, but what if something more complicated wants in? Something we call polygenic scores, which are like a report
In the middle of the NFL action, Jalen Carter has an ambitious goal. The young defensive superstar wants to land a quarterback sack. He specifically wants to tackle Patrick Mahomes. The Eagles defensive tackle, who is just in his second season, has quite the challenge ahead. But Carter did not all
After January's dry and cold start, February might come as a pleasant surprise. The weather is likely to be milder and wetter. This might be something to look forward to after January's dryness and chill. February is often interesting because it is the end of meteorological winter and beg
In South Carolina, folks are enjoying a streak of unseasonably toasty weather at the beginning of the week. Y'all are going to want to reach for your sunscreen to block the UV rays and maybe even a pair of shorts as South Carolina is basking in warm temperatures. While today is sure to be a scorche
Breast cancer is becoming more common in Chile. Doctors need to use more than just basic tests to diagnose it accurately. They look at tissue samples, check for specific markers. This is where digital pathology comes in. It's a fancy term for using computers to help with diagnoses. But how does this
A big shift is happening in the world of physical therapy. It is focusing more than ever on the whole person, not just the injury or illness. This means looking at things that affect health, like money, education, and now, spirituality. Spirituality is not the same as religion. It is a personal
Doctors who perform joint replacement surgeries have been trying to figure out the best way to manage pain after the procedure. One big question is how many painkillers should they prescribe to patients when they leave the hospital? The truth is, there's often a big gap between what doctors think t
