There are big differences in how well kids do after surgery for a birth defect called anorectal malformation. This is true even when the surgery is done in different parts of the world. This is the focus of a recent study. The study looked at two places. One is in a wealthy country and the other
Juneteenth, marking the day in 1865 when enslaved people in Texas finally learned of their freedom, is a significant day in American history. However, this year, celebrations faced new hurdles. In Bend, Oregon, organizers initially called off their public festival due to safety concerns, reflecting
A significant step towards peace has been taken by Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. A draft peace agreement has been reached between the two countries. This is a big deal because the conflict in eastern DR Congo has been going on for decades. The latest surge in violence started when th
The state of Colorado is taking a significant step forward in its approach to natural medicines. Governor Polis made a big announcement at the Psychedelic Science 2025 Conference. He declared that all state-level convictions for possessing psilocybin or psilocin will be pardoned. This decision is pa
A courtroom in Boulder is buzzing with a case that has everyone talking. A man named Mohamed Sabry Soliman is accused of throwing Molotov cocktails at a group of people who were supporting Israeli hostages. The big question is whether this was a hate crime. Soliman, a 45-year-old from Colorado Sprin
The yuletide season is a time for joy and celebration. It's also a time when ads for weight loss products flood our screens. One such product is Ozempic. It was first made to help people with diabetes. But now, it's being pushed as a way to shed pounds. This shift is interesting. It shows how health
The Ho: YAG laser is a common tool in endourology. It is used to break up kidney stones. This procedure is known as lithotripsy. Doctors want to know how safe this laser is. They need to understand what happens when the laser touches the ureter. This is the tube that carries urine from the kidne
The French government is considering a major overhaul of its pension system. This isn't just about numbers and budgets. It's about power and politics. A group of experts from a massive American finance company, BlackRock, have shared their ideas. They want to change how pensions work. Instead of the
Saudi Arabia's northern borders are a melting pot of cultures. This makes things interesting, but also challenging, especially for pediatric nurses. These nurses have to work closely with parents from different backgrounds to take care of sick children. This is where cultural competence comes into p
Rajasthan's rural community health centers (CHCs) face a significant challenge: keeping specialist doctors on board. A recent examination delved into the experiences of these medical professionals to understand why they stay or leave. The study involved in-depth interviews with 21 doctors from vario
