Brazil's response to the Covid-19 pandemic was anything but straightforward. In 2021, the Brazilian parliament launched a major investigation. The goal was to look into claims that President Jair Bolsonaro ignored expert advice. Worse, he was accused of actively encouraging the spread of the virus.
The U. S. Postal Service is saying goodbye to its leader, Louis DeJoy, after nearly five years. This announcement comes after a period filled with challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic, a surge in mail-in voting, and efforts to cut costs and improve services. DeJoy, who took over in the summer of 20
Chronic low back pain (LBP) is a common issue that affects many people. A recent study looked into different ways to help manage this pain. The study involved 64 participants, both men and women, with an average age of 41. 9 years. They were split into three groups to test different treatments: Kine
The Marvel Cinematic Universe has made watching movie credits a thrilling game. Fans eagerly wait for those post-credit scenes that often hint at exciting new adventures. But lately, these teasers have lost their spark. Take the recent "Captain America: Brave New World" movie, for instance. The post
The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine has had a profound impact on the mental health of Ukrainians. This isn't just about the physical destruction; it's about the lasting effects on people's minds and emotions. Understanding these effects is key to helping Ukraine rebuild and recover.
People with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) often struggle with how they pay attention to things around them. This isn't just about being scared or anxious. It's about how their eyes move and what they focus on. Most studies have used simple tasks where people just look at negative images. But
A lot of folks who have knee replacement surgery struggle to get moving again. In Finland, doctors and physiotherapists give patients tips and exercises before and after the operation. But being active is a big problem for many. Pain and discomfort often hold them back from walking and doing daily t
A recent study explored the use of post-transplant high-dose cyclophosphamide (PTCy) in haematopoietic cell transplantation (HCT) from mismatched unrelated donors (MMUD) in patients with acute myeloid malignancies. The research focused on whether PTCy, along with a calcineurine inhibitor and my
In a sudden turn of events, Hamas decided to delay the planned release of hostages from Gaza. They cited Israel’s alleged breaches of the ceasefire agreement, which had been in effect for some months. The group Sheikh Abu Obeida, the spokesperson for Hamas’ military wing, announced on his social med
Frailty plays a key role in how patients recover after operations. It’s the responsibility of those in charge of care to check on the elderly who are going in for surgery. The Clinical Risk Analysis Index (RAI-C) is a tool that doctors use to see if someone is frail before surgery. This is important
