Iron deficiency anemia is a common issue, especially for women with heavy menstrual bleeding. A recent study suggests that IV iron replacement could be a better option than traditional oral supplements. The study, published in a medical journal, compared the two treatments. It found that a single I
Fireworks light up the sky during holidays, but they're also lighting up emergency rooms. Injuries from fireworks have been on the rise in the U. S. since 2012. A recent study looked at firework-related injuries from 2016 to 2021. It found that most injuries happen around New Year's and Independence
Ghana has a policy to help moms-to-be get healthcare for free. But not everyone is using it. A recent study dug into why some women aren't going for checkups during pregnancy. It looked at things like where they live, how much money they have, and their health needs. The study found that where a wo
In the countryside of India, a silent crisis is unfolding. Many kids under five are not getting the food they need to grow strong and healthy. This isn't just about empty stomachs; it's about the future of these children. A recent study took a close look at this problem using data from a big health
In a surprising twist, a recent study revealed that flu doesn't always jump from person to person like we thought. Researchers put healthy volunteers in a room with flu patients for hours. Guess what? No one caught the flu. The experiment happened in a hotel. Two groups of people stayed there for t
In Canada, a big study is looking at how DNA testing helps people with rare diseases. This isn't just about finding out what's wrong. It's about seeing if this kind of testing actually makes a difference in people's lives. The study is following a group of patients. These are people who have rare d
People often start the new year with big health goals, but many give up quickly. Why? Because they try to change too much at once. Melissa Jaeger, a nutrition expert, says the key to success is making small, lasting changes, not dramatic ones. There's a lot of nutrition advice out there, but not al
People are increasingly combining cannabis and tobacco, but the impact on quitting smoking is not well understood. Cannabis use disorder (CUD) occurs when cannabis use becomes problematic. However, it's unclear whether any cannabis use complicates quitting smoking or if the issue arises only with CU
The PASE scale is a tool designed to measure how much someone avoids their own thoughts, feelings, and memories. This avoidance is believed to be a key factor in trauma-related mental health issues. A recent study set out to test the reliability of the English version of this scale and explore its c
The world is getting older. More people need healthcare. But going to a rehab center can be tough. It's expensive. It takes time. And not everyone feels comfortable in a lab or hospital. So, what's the solution? Bringing rehab home. But there's a catch. How do you check how someone is doing in real
