Hypothyroidism can make life pretty tough. It messes with your body, mind, and even your social life. But there's hope! Yoga has shown it can help people feel better. Now, with more people using telehealth, a special yoga program was made just for hypothyroid patients. This program is designed to wo
In Taiwan, esophageal cancer is a serious health issue. It's tough to treat and often has poor outcomes. Scientists are now looking into how certain chemicals in our environment might play a role in causing this disease. One group of chemicals, called organophosphate flame retardants (OPFRs), has ca
Nike's shares got a big boost recently, jumping over 10% after hours. This happened even though the company reported some of its worst results in years. Investors seem hopeful that Nike's new plans might finally start working. The company's CEO, Elliott Hill, came back from retirement to lead Nike.
Talaromycosis, a sneaky fungal infection common in Southeast Asia, has been a challenge to diagnose. The usual method, growing the fungus in a lab, takes too long and often misses the mark. But there's hope on the horizon. Scientists have been cooking up new ways to spot this tricky infection. They
In Sub-Saharan Africa, many women delay getting a mastectomy. This delay leads to late diagnosis and treatment. As a result, the disease is often more advanced by the time it's detected. This situation contributes to higher mortality rates in the region. Mastectomy alone can greatly affect a woman's
In the world of birds, some young ones stay put in their family home longer than others. This is common in species where family members team up to raise chicks. Researchers looked into this behavior using data from the Seychelles warbler, a bird that lives in groups. They wanted to know what makes t
Healthcare should be fair for everyone, right? A recent study dug into this idea by looking at who gets CPR and who doesn't among general surgery patients. The focus was on figuring out which personal details might influence these decisions. First, the study checked if certain factors, like age, ra
Groundwater pollution is a big deal, and understanding how it happens is crucial. A recent study tackled this by looking at how nitrate nitrogen moves from soil to groundwater. They came up with a new way to model this process, which is especially important because it doesn't always happen in a stra
Private equity firms are playing a big role in shaping the future of elderly care. These firms invest money into businesses, including those in healthcare. But not many studies look closely at how these firms affect long-term care. Most research focuses on the United States, leaving other countries
Plastic is everywhere. It's in the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the food we eat. But what happens when these tiny plastic bits, called microplastics, find their way into our bodies? Scientists wanted to find out. They looked at samples from different organs of people who had passed away.
