People from Taiwan and Japan recently had online chats about protecting nature and how regular folks can help. The goal was to see if talking across cultures could make them think more deeply about their own beliefs and how they affect the environment. The chats did more than just share ideas. They
Food scraps can be turned into useful stuff, like vinegar, through a process called acidogenic fermentation. This vinegar, or acetic acid, is great for cleaning up dirty water by helping to remove harmful nitrates. But, the problem is that the amount and type of vinegar produced can change a lot, ma
Heart patients who have had a TAVR procedure, which replaces a damaged heart valve, often wonder how to avoid blood clots afterward. Blood thinners are usually given to prevent clots, but not everyone needs them. This has sparked a lot of discussion among doctors. The problem is that TAVR can lead
Heart failure is tough, right? There's a lot to keep track of. Every day, patients and those who care for them have to weigh themselves, watch what they eat and drink, and monitor blood pressure. It's a big job, and doing it well needs clear, simple instructions. But guess what? Most of the info ou
A recent study looked at how well a skin treatment works for saggy necks. The treatment uses hyaluronic acid, a substance found in the skin. It was tested on 26 people from Malaysia, Singapore, and Indonesia. Each person got two treatments, one at the start and another after 30 days. Doctors took p
Spiritual health is a crucial part of overall well-being. It can help people cope with illness, find meaning in tough times, and even speed up recovery. Yet, many healthcare providers overlook this aspect of patient care. They have tools to assess spiritual needs, but they don't use them enough. Why
IgA nephropathy is a tricky kidney problem. Doctors have a tool called the Oxford Classification to guess how it might progress. This tool looks at kidney tissue and gives scores based on certain features. But does this tool also help predict how well patients will respond to steroid treatments? Tha
High blood pressure is a big problem. It affects many people, especially in the Black community. Current telemedicine programs are not working well for Black patients. Why? Maybe because they don't get enough help with self-care. Or maybe their social needs are not being met. A new idea is being te
In intensive care units, patients who are on breathing machines sometimes remove their own tubes. This is called self-extubation. It's a big deal because it often leads to them needing the tube put back in. A group of researchers wanted to find out why this happens and what it means for the patient'
Pregnancy is a time of big changes, both good and bad. But did you know where you live can affect how you feel during this time? A study looked into this and found some interesting things. First, let's talk about stress. It's a part of life, but too much can be bad, especially when you're pregnant.
