When someone is seriously ill, family caregivers play a crucial role in their care. In Taiwan, there's a need for a quick and reliable way to assess how these caregivers are coping after the loss of their loved one. This is where the Hospice Foundation of Taiwan steps in. They've created a new tool
Have you ever noticed that your itch gets worse at night? For people with skin conditions like atopic dermatitis, this is a common problem. Scratching in your sleep can make your skin worse, disrupt your sleep, and lower your quality of life. But how do you measure that? Scientists have been trying
Imagine this: performing surgery on the lungs without the need for any advanced, expensive tools. That's what some surgeons are exploring with video-assisted thoracoscopic lobectomy. This technique involves removing a part of the lung without staplers or energy devices. It's not just a far-fetched i
Did you know that on January 25th, 2004, NASA's Opportunity rover touched down on Mars? The rover, which was expected to last only 90 days, ended up exploring the red planet for over 15 years! That's like driving a car across 28 miles of Martian surface. This wasn't the only event that happened on
River blindness, also known as onchocerciasis, is a major health concern in Africa. The World Health Organization (WHO) has set a target to eliminate this neglected tropical disease (NTD) by 2030. More than 99% of people infected live in 31 countries across sub-Saharan Africa. The goal here is to ex
This weekend, the NFL playoffs heat up with two intense matchups. Let's dive into the betting scene. First, the Washington Commanders face the Philadelphia Eagles. The Commanders are the underdogs, with a spread of +6. But don't count them out! Their offense has been on fire, and the Eagles' quarte
Hip impingement syndrome (FAIS) is commonly treated with arthroscopic surgery, where doctors remove bone bumps and repair the hip's soft tissue. Different doctors have different ways of doing this, using various tools and methods. They also have distinct ways to help patients recover after surgery.
The 97th Oscars have announced their nominees, with Netflix's Emilia Pérez leading the pack with 13 nominations. This Spanish-language film is followed closely by The Brutalist and Wicked, each with 10 nods. Other notable mentions include A Complete Unknown, Conclave, and Dune: Part Two. Many of the
Imagine having an itch you just can't scratch. Now, imagine that itch costing you a fortune in medical bills and lost workdays. That's the reality for many people in Romania dealing with atopic dermatitis, a common skin condition. While there's plenty of research on this globally, Romania's been lef
The NFL Conference Championship games are just around the corner, and fans are eager to see who will advance to the Super Bowl. This week, the Philadelphia Eagles face the Washington Commanders, and the Kansas City Chiefs take on the Buffalo Bills. The staff at Bleeding Green Nation has made their p
