Doctors are exploring new ways to assess body shape, going beyond just weight. They're using tools like ABSI, BRI, WHtR, and the Conicity Index. These tools might help spot kidney issues earlier than traditional methods like BMI. Researchers dug into a national health survey and found these new meas
Imagine this: A judge steps in and blocks access to crucial financial data. This isn't just a minor hiccup; it's a big deal that could shake up the entire global economy. The standoff involves President Trump's administration and a group of 19 states leaning towards the Democratic party. These state
The US has been busy making changes to how electronic nicotine delivery systems, or ENDS, are sold and marketed. First, a nicotine warning statement became mandatory in September 2018. This was a big deal because it meant companies had to clearly state the risks of nicotine. Then, in December 2019,
Zika, a virus carried by mosquitoes, is still out there. It doesn't show up in most people, but it can cause big problems for babies in the womb. The peak time for Zika was back in 2015-2016 in the Americas. Since that time, the number of cases has gone down worldwide. However, there are st
Healthcare professionals, patients, and caregivers aren’t just interested in getting to know a person’s symptoms. They want to know how well treatments are working in the long term. This study delves into the opinions of patients with a type of condition called a functional neurological disorder (FN
Imagine this: Elon Musk, the tech mogul, and the White House. It's a mix that raises eyebrows, to say the least. The Trump administration has been in a legal tussle over access to Treasury systems. The issue started when a group of attorneys general sued the administration. They wanted to block spec
Imagine this: five ex-Treasury heads sounding the alarm. They've seen crises before, but this time, they're worried about America's money promises being broken. They fear its Trump administration policies and Elon Musk's DOGE team are causing trouble. Their big worry? That America might default on i
Imagine your arteries winding through your legs. Now, picture them getting blocked, like a congested highway. This is what happens with Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD). Alright, so here's a big fact: 171 home care patients were checked over a year, and 31. 6% of them had PAD. get this, t
Picture this: you're in a hospital or clinic, and you're asked to fill out a survey about your health. Easy, right? Not so much for everyone. Turns out, many people from diverse backgrounds and Indigenous communities find these surveys, called Patient Reported Outcomes (PROMs), a bit tricky to com
New York state has made a bold move to protect its residents from bird flu. The state temporarily halted live bird markets in several counties after detecting seven cases of bird flu in poultry. This decision came after routine inspections revealed the virus in markets across Queens, Brookl
