A new report by the Pew Research Center reveals that nearly half of American teens say they're online almost all the time. This is despite worries about how social media and phone use impact their mental health. YouTube remains the favorite platform, with 90% of teens watching videos there daily. Ho
Ever wondered what time of day a president-elect makes the biggest decisions? For Donald J. Trump, it's often after dark. In the quiet hours of the night, while many are asleep, Trump has been busy hosting dinners, making personnel announcements, and even poking fun at world leaders on social media.
Ever wondered how to keep tabs on your money without being glued to the internet? Linux offers some great, open-source personal finance apps that work on multiple operating systems. Let's dive into four popular options that can be installed on Linux, MacOS, and Windows. First up is GnuCash, a power
Ever considered how doctors make critical decisions? There's a cool tool called a Clinical Decision Support System (CDSS) that assists with treatment choices, diagnoses, and even lab tests. Yet, doctors in Palestinian hospitals aren't really using it. This issue isn't isolated to just Palestine; it'
Ever wondered how people discuss cannabis use with their doctors online? Patient portals, those secure messaging platforms connected to your health records, offer a space for patients to chat about their health habits. But how often do cannabis conversations happen there? Not much is known about thi
Nivolumab, a drug used to treat advanced melanoma, was initially given based on a person's weight (3 mg/kg every two weeks). Then, in 2018, health providers started using a flat dose (240 mg every two weeks or 480 mg every four weeks) instead. This change was made without direct proof from clinical
Ever thought about what it takes to design an electric car? Tesla's technical design report offers a peek behind the scenes. Instead of bragging about their cool cars, they dive straight into the details, just like you'd explain a big project to your teacher. The report starts with what Tesla hopes
Picture this: your trusty phone could be your secret weapon in the fight against Type 2 diabetes. A recent study discovered that simple text messages can motivate healthier behaviors. These messages might remind you to eat better, exercise more, or keep an eye on your blood sugar levels. One great
Point-of-care ultrasound, or POCUS, is a common tool in emergency medicine. But not all doctors use it the same way. Researchers at a big city hospital in the U. S. wanted to find out why. They looked at how different emergency medicine professionals felt about using POCUS. They also checked how eas
Lawmakers in Congress are trying to agree on a bill to help communities hit by disasters. Both sides want to replenish disaster funds, but they can't agree on everything else. House Republican Tom Cole from Oklahoma says they need a strong package, but he's not sure about all the extra programs the
