Lately, false health info, or medical misinformation, has been spreading like wildfire. Blame it on social media and the COVID-19 pandemic for fueling this trend. This isn't just about harmless gossip; it's putting lives in danger. People are making hazardous health choices and turning down helpful
With Donald Trump set to become president again, some Democrats and pro-immigration groups are considering new ideas to address immigration. Some want to reduce overall immigration numbers while creating better legal paths for immigrants based on the economy's needs and humanitarian relief. Represe
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez recently spoke out against tech billionaire Elon Musk and his allies, cautioning about their divisive tactics and support for far-right ideologies. Speaking at an event marking Spain's return to democracy after General Franco's rule, Sánchez warned that hard-won
Did you know that over 55 million people on the planet are dealing with dementia? As we age, our cognitive abilities naturally decline. But did you ever think about how losing our senses might play a part in this? That's right! The older we get, the more likely we are to lose some of our senses. Im
In 2022, data from the Mental Health Client-Level Data (MH-CLD) by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services (SAMHSA) showed that around 1 in 10 patients had ADHD. That's a lot of people! Being diagnosed with ADHD seems to be common among kids aged 0-11, and less so among folks with higher educ
After Donald Trump's big win in November, Virginia held its first elections. Democrats did well, keeping their slim lead in the state Senate (21-19) and House of Delegates (51-49). This could slow down the governor, Glenn Youngkin's, conservative plans, as he'll need support from both parties. In L
Lately, bird flu, or H5N1, has been making headlines after the first human death from it in the US. This might feel like deja vu from the early days of COVID-19, but bird flu and COVID-19 are quite different. COVID-19 was quickly spreading person-to-person when it arrived in the US in 2020, but bird
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) poses a serious threat, often leading to sudden cardiac death. Currently, doctors check for left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH) by looking for a maximum wall thickness (MWT) of at least 15 mm. However, this study suggests a better approach: adjusting the LVH threshol
Did you know that Asian American women might be skipping important cancer screenings due to COVID-19 fears and discrimination? A recent study took a close look at this issue. Instead of starting with the facts, let's first understand why this is a big deal. Cancer screening is key to early detection
Lots of students in healthcare fields like dentistry and nursing manage hefty academic workloads and high expectations. This often leads to stress, which can show up in physical ways too, called somatization symptoms. Though these signs have been talked about a lot, not much focus has been given to
