In a recent study, researchers explored the connection between faith, spirituality, and fatigue in people with idiopathic inflammatory myopathies (IIMs). IIMs are rare muscle diseases that cause chronic fatigue. The study found that those with IIMs and fatigue often have stronger religious beliefs a
In the Netherlands, a new way to mix faith and therapy is being tested. It's called the faith relationship interview, or FRI for short. Here, teens and their therapists chat about beliefs, feelings about God, and how their faith shapes their relationships. Eight teens and four therapists took part
Deion Sanders, the head coach of the Colorado Buffaloes, recently revealed that he had been fighting a serious health battle. He shared that he was diagnosed with bladder cancer earlier this year. This news came to light during a press conference as the team prepared for the upcoming 2025 season. S
HIV/AIDS is a big health problem worldwide, and it hits young women especially hard. To fight this, more people need to get tested for HIV. One way to do this is by using HIV self-testing kits. These kits let people test themselves at home. But how many young women in Ghana know about these kits and
In the rural areas of Southeast Nigeria, a silent health crisis is unfolding among women who have gone through menopause. Osteoporosis, a condition where bones become weak and brittle, is not getting the attention it deserves. A recent study took a deep dive into how common this problem is, and how
In rural Tunisia, eating healthy is not as simple as it sounds. There are many things that affect what people can eat. A recent study looked at the food situation in these areas. It wanted to find out how to make diets better and more sustainable. The study used different methods to understand the
Long Island now has a unique place for people with Alzheimer's and their families. The Barbara Rabinowitz Education & Resource Center in Amityville is the first of its kind. It helps families learn to care for their loved ones with dementia. The center also has fun activities for patients, like kara
There's a new tool in town that's shaking up how doctors look at X-ray images. It's called XVertNet, and it's all about making the bones in your spine stand out more clearly. Why does this matter? Well, sometimes, X-rays don't show the tiny details that doctors need to see. This can lead to missed d
Health experts are sounding the alarm. They fear that Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , the Health and Human Services Secretary, might remove key members of the U. S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF). This panel of primary care experts has been a cornerstone of preventive healthcare for decades. The c
Portable CT scanners are shaking up healthcare. They bring high-tech imaging right to the patient's side. This is a big deal in places like emergency rooms, operating rooms, and even ambulances. No more waiting or moving patients, which can be risky. These scanners are a lifesaver in critical situa
