Cryptococcus neoformans and Cryptococcus gattii are not your everyday fungi. They are serious pathogens, with the World Health Organization ranking them as critical and medium priority, respectively. These fungi primarily target people with HIV, especially in low- and middle-income countries. But th
Stroke survivors often face challenges in maintaining balance. One key issue is their ability to take a recovery step after tripping. This step is vital for preventing falls. Yet, researchers are still figuring out which leg they use and what factors influence whether they take a step at all. Balan
Back pain is not a one-size-fits-all issue. It's a complex problem that affects people differently. To tackle this, researchers are using advanced technology to study how people move. They want to see if there are distinct patterns in how individuals with back pain move their spines. The goal is to
Memory troubles can be tough, and scientists are always looking for ways to help. One tool they’re testing is called repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation, or rTMS for short. But here’s the cool part: they’re not stopping there. They’re mixing rTMS with other treatments like electric brain za
Ever wonder how your exercise habits now might affect your health later? A recent study dug into this question. It turns out, staying active during your adult years can have big benefits when you hit your 60s. The focus was on leisure-time physical activity (LTPA), which is exercise you do for fun,
The five-time sit-to-stand test, or 5TSTS, is a simple but effective way to check how well someone can move around. It measures the time it takes for a person to stand up and sit down five times in a row, as fast as they can. This test is often used to see how well older adults or people with certai
In many parts of the world, kids and adults with urology problems don't get the help they need. This is a big deal because fixing these issues can really improve their lives. A new project is trying to change that. It focuses on teaching doctors in low- and middle-income countries how to do speciali
MetroHealth System is in a tight spot. They're looking at a $31 million shortfall for 2026. This isn't new for them. It's the fourth year in a row they're in the red. They're not alone. Many hospitals are struggling with money. But MetroHealth's problems are getting worse. They just okayed a $2. 2
College life is a big change. New surroundings, new friends, and new food choices. It's no surprise that many first-year students notice a change in their weight. But why does this happen? Researchers dug into this issue. They found that the college environment plays a big role in how and what stud
Researchers have been looking into how childhood trauma affects people who are at risk of developing psychosis. This is important because different cultures and societies can influence how mental health issues develop. A recent study focused on individuals from Brazil, China, and Turkey who are at a
