Hip issues, like femoroacetabular impingement (FAI), often get fixed with a hip arthroscopy. But sometimes, the surgery doesn't work as well as hoped. One big reason is that not enough bone is removed during the procedure, a problem known as cam underresection. Doctors use X-rays to check if they'v
Researchers wanted to know if the shape used in software affects skin temperature readings during exercise. They tested two shapes: boxes and ellipses. The study involved 42 male runners. Their skin temperature was checked in three different situations: when they were resting, after dipping in cold
In the world of science, some people leave a mark that lasts for generations. One such person is Professor Emil Paleček. He was born in 1930 and spent most of his life working at the Institute of Biophysics. This place is celebrating its 70th anniversary this year. But why is Paleček so important?
Healthcare should be fair for everyone, right? A recent study dug into this idea by looking at who gets CPR and who doesn't among general surgery patients. The focus was on figuring out which personal details might influence these decisions. First, the study checked if certain factors, like age, ra
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
People's thoughts on climate change and health are not the same everywhere. Some groups worry more about these issues than others. This difference is clear when looking at demographics, political beliefs, and ideology. Climate change affects health in many ways. Some people are at higher risk than
In Burkina Faso, a recent study looked at how common violence between partners was during the COVID-19 pandemic. They found that nearly 3 out of 10 women experienced some form of violence from their partner in 2021. This is almost double the rate from 2010. The study focused on women aged 15 to 49.
Plants from other places often do better than local ones in the U. S. But why? Some say it's because they come from somewhere else. Others think it's because they grow quickly. A big study looked at over 11, 000 plant types in nearly 70, 000 spots across the country. It found that foreign plants usu
Mick Ralphs, a key figure in rock music, has passed away at 81. His guitar skills and songwriting shaped two iconic British bands, Bad Company and Mott the Hoople. Ralphs' influence on rock music is undeniable, with hits like "Can't Get Enough" and "Ready for Love" still resonating today. Ralphs' j
Health messages can sway people's choices. This is not a new idea. People are more likely to take action when they see the benefits clearly. But how can health promoters make their messages more effective? One way is by looking at how people react to different types of information. This can be
