Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a major problem worldwide, affecting countless people. Yet, awareness and understanding of CKD are low, causing late diagnosis and poor management. Traditional education methods like talking to doctors or using leaflets aren’t enough, especially when nursing staff is
Meet Holden Karau, a software engineer from Silicon Valley who has worked with big tech companies like Amazon, Google, and Apple. After facing her own health insurance denials, she created FightHealthInsurance. com. This free website uses AI to help patients draft appeals when their insurance claims
After a tense two-week strike, 200 ski patrollers at a big Utah resort are back on the job. They accepted a new contract that includes a $2-an-hour pay raise and better deals for senior patrollers. The Park City Ski Professional Ski Patrol Association called it a big victory. They say it shows what
In October 2018, Canada made a big change by legalizing cannabis for recreational use. Most studies so far have looked at the effects of this legalization using snapshots of data collected at one point in time. But what if we could follow the same people over time to see how their cannabis use chang
Ever wished you could make your computer run faster without spending a dime? Good news! Microsoft has a free tool called PC Manager that can do just that. It's like giving your PC a tune-up, but without any tools or expertise needed. Computers can get slow over time because they collect junk files
Lately, false health info, or medical misinformation, has been spreading like wildfire. Blame it on social media and the COVID-19 pandemic for fueling this trend. This isn't just about harmless gossip; it's putting lives in danger. People are making hazardous health choices and turning down helpful
Scientists recently reviewed 25 studies on knee surgery. Shockingly, only half had a plan from the get-go, and even fewer were willing to share their data. These studies were supposed to follow specific guidelines, but some didn't explain their methods clearly or how they confirmed their results. Th
Ever wondered if playing video games could help you ace those tricky physics problems? Well, a recent study of 566 Saudi university students found that frequent gamers reported better spatial abilities than their less-gaming counterparts. The study wasn't just about how often they played, but also w
Diabetic heart disease, a common issue for people with type 2 diabetes, is still hard to prevent and treat. Scientists are exploring ways to protect the heart from this condition. One promising solution is GYY4137, a special molecule that slowly releases a gas called hydrogen sulfide. This gas can h
Ever thought diabetes only messes with your blood sugar? Think again. It can take a toll on your overall health and, surprise, your mouth too. Researchers in Iraqi Kurdistan sat down with diabetic patients to get the lowdown on their health struggles. Guess what? Diabetes can make you feel pretty te
