Pancreatic cancer is tough to beat, but new surgical techniques and drugs are giving patients a fighting chance. One such method is removing parts of the porto-mesenteric veins along with the pancreas. This approach is now being used more often for tumors that were once considered too advanced for s
Chyme reinfusion (CR) is a straightforward method that reconnects parts of the digestive system. It's like giving the gut a shortcut to heal itself. This technique is often used after surgeries involving fistulas or ostomies. The main goal was to see how CR affects recovery after these types of surg
In today's hyper-connected world, the fear of missing out, or FoMO, is a real concern. A recent study looked into how FoMO affects mental health, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic. Researchers surveyed 129 people aged 18 to 64, with the average age being 27. The study found that FoMO is linked
Warm-ups are a big deal in sports. They get your muscles ready and can boost your performance. But what about your balance? That's a bit more complicated. Not all warm-ups help your balance in the same way. It all depends on the kind of exercises you do. Local exercises are short and target specifi
A researcher decided to scan her own brain 26 times to learn more about how pregnancy affects the brain. This is something that hasn't been studied much before. The researcher, who studies learning and memory, had her brain scanned before, during, and after her pregnancy. She wanted to see if there
In 2021, a big change happened with Medicaid. The American Rescue Plan let states give pregnancy Medicaid coverage for 12 months after birth. This is a huge deal for new parents. But how is this new rule working out? No one really knows yet. Medicaid is a big help for many people. It pays for healt
If humans were to vanish, the planet would look very different. Cities would crumble, and nature would take over. But who would take our place as the top species? Surprisingly, it might not be another mammal. The ocean's octopus could rise to the top. Octopuses are incredibly smart. They can solve
Post-surgery pain management is a hot topic in nursing research. It is a critical area of study. The focus is on understanding the latest trends and key areas of interest. This is done through a method called bibliometric analysis. This method helps to see what's trending and where the focus is
The journey of new parents battling substance use disorder is a tough one. A recent study looked into the lives of 22 new parents, all within a year of having a baby, who were in residential treatment for substance use issues. The goal was to understand how their social circles and environment aff
Post-stroke epilepsy (PSE) is a condition that affects many people who have had a stroke. The good news is that most individuals with PSE can manage their seizures effectively with the right medications. These medications are known as anti-seizure medications (ASMs). However, not all ASMs are create
