Heart troubles can pop up in athletes who push themselves too hard. A recent study dug into why former top-level rowers might face a higher chance of a heart rhythm issue called atrial fibrillation (AF). The big question: is it the intense training or something in their genes? Rowing is no joke. It
Phthalates are sneaky chemicals that can mess with our bodies, especially the male reproductive system. One of the worst offenders is di-n-hexyl phthalate (DnHxP). Even though Europe banned it in 2020, people are still getting exposed to it. How? Well, sunscreen might be the culprit. Some sunscreens
The Brazilian Unified Health System (SUS) has seen some impressive improvements lately. But it's not all smooth sailing. A recent study dug into the ups and downs of SUS, talking to 30 experts to get the full picture. They found 32 wins, 40 hurdles, and 32 things to look forward to. The study looked
Triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) is known for being hard to treat. It grows fast and doesn't respond well to most treatments. But there's a new treatment called sacituzumab govitecan (SG) that's giving hope to patients. In a big study called ASCENT, SG was compared to standard chemotherapy. The
Vaping was once seen as a cool way to quit smoking, but it's not as safe as people thought. Many adults who vape still smoke cigarettes, and teens who never smoked are getting addicted to nicotine through vaping. About 11 million Americans vape regularly. While vapes are considered less harmful than
In Brazil, a big study looked at how well people follow healthy eating habits. Over 15, 000 adults were part of this research. They used three different ways to check if people's diets were good for their health and the planet. The results showed that most people scored low to middle marks on these
Malaysia is seeing more people with long-term health issues. These problems can be avoided or controlled by making better choices. This includes not smoking, drinking less alcohol, eating well, and staying active. Social media is now a big part of sharing health tips. Doctors and health workers are
Nurses are at the frontline of healthcare, and AI is becoming a big part of their jobs. It's not just about using new tech; it's about understanding how AI works and how it can help or hurt patient care. Nurses need to know the basics of AI, like what it can do and where it might go wrong. AI can b
Heart health is a big deal, and doctors need good tools to spot problems early. One way they do this is by listening to heart sounds. But there's a catch: not all heart conditions are easy to find. This is especially true for coronary artery disease (CAD), which is underrepresented in current datase
New moms often feel unsure about their parenting skills. This can affect both their health and their baby's health. But what makes some moms feel more confident than others? One big factor is the support they get from friends and family. Having a strong network of people to rely on can make a huge
