Aging happens in different ways, both physically and mentally. But how these two types of aging affect our lifespan isn't well-studied. So, a recent study looked into this. They checked if signs like hearing loss, tooth loss, falls, and how old people feel they are might predict early death. Over 3
Do you know what hormonal contraception is? Many teens don’t, and that could be a problem. A recent national survey found that how much teens know about hormonal contraception (HC) can affect whether they're willing to use it. The study aimed to see if there's a link between knowledge and willingnes
Recently, there's been chatter about tech heavyweights Oracle and Microsoft teaming up to buy TikTok. The White House is involved, trying to find a way for ByteDance to keep a small part of the company, while other aspects like its algorithm, data collecting, and software updates would be managed by
Liam Coen found himself in a tough spot when he agreed to become the highest-paid offensive coordinator for the Buccaneers. There was one small catch: he couldn't interview with the Jaguars. This handshake deal turned out to be a problem when Coen decided to interview anyway. The NFL rules allow ass
Biliary tract cancers, or BTC, are notoriously stealthy. They often remain undiscovered until they've already caused significant damage, making treatment challenging. Doctors typically start with chemotherapy, but it doesn't always work as planned. Even when combined with treatments that boost the i
Growing III-V nanowires (NW) on silicon (Si) substrates is a tricky task. Scientists often rely on guesswork and different interpretations of important steps, like preparing the sample and forming the Au-Si alloy in the growth reactor. To make high-performance electronic devices that combine the bes
Imagine you're traveling in the Middle Ages. No GPS, no modern medicine, just you and the open road. But don't worry, medieval travelers had their own set of health tips! One of the most interesting guides was written by Adam of Cremona for the German emperor Frederick II. Adam's advice included blo
David Fincher's 2007 crime thriller, "Zodiac", tells the story of detectives and reporters hunting down the infamous Zodiac Killer. Despite its high praise for historical accuracy, there's one mistake that sticks out like a sore thumb. Former homicide detective Pat Postiglione pointed out a crucial
Mental health problems are on the rise globally, but many people aren't getting the help they need. One big reason? Negative views about therapy. Even though things are getting better, there's still a lot of stigma attached to it. Some studies suggest that people who understand health matters better
Ever thought about birth control pills being used for abortions? A recent study found that a pill used for emergency contraception might work to end pregnancies. This could be big news since there's a lot of debate around another common abortion drug, mifepristone. Mifepristone is under attack by p
