Metabolic syndrome is a growing health issue in the US, but current treatments like lifestyle changes and medication aren't always effective. Interestingly, it often comes with mental health problems. This study looks at how psychological difficulties, specifically "dysregulation, " affect metabolic
Back in the 1980s, doctors came up with a clever way to tackle liver complications caused by high pressure in the portal vein. This method, called transjugular intrahepatic portosystemic shunts (TIPS), involves creating a small passage in the liver using a needle. Over the years, the approach has be
The Ethiopian government has a big plan to tackle malnutrition over the next ten years, called the Food and Nutrition Strategy (FNS 2021-2030). Experts did some math to figure out how much money is needed to make this plan happen. They found out that it would cost around US$2. 55 billion over ten ye
Knee pain is a common issue that affects many people at work, making it hard for them to do their jobs. This review looked into different ways to tackle knee pain right in the workplace. The goal was to find out if these strategies actually work. Researchers checked out a bunch of studies to see wh
Sitting still isn't good for anyone. It can lead to heart problems, mental health struggles, and other health issues. Schools have a big role to play in keeping kids active. They can reach children from all backgrounds during a large chunk of their day. One way schools can do this is by teaching out
In low-resource regions like Latin America, digital mental health tools are becoming increasingly important. But for these tools to truly help, they need to fit with local cultures. A recent study looked into how well an online cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) program worked for college students i
Hyperacusis, or extreme sensitivity to sounds, is pretty common among autistic kids, affecting up to 60% of them at some point in life. That's a lot more than the 17. 1% of kids without autism who experience it. This heightened sensitivity can make everyday stuff like school, playing with friends, o
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common reason why women of reproductive age struggle to get pregnant. When combined with obesity, PCOS can make conception even harder and raises the risk for metabolic issues. Experts agree that changing lifestyle habits plays a crucial role in managing PCOS, e
Meet a 64-year-old man who had a rough time with kidney cancer. Doctors decided to remove his whole kidney through a surgery called radical nephrectomy. This guy also had type 2 diabetes and was quite overweight. After the surgery, he agreed to change his lifestyle big time. For a whole year, he fol
Social inequality often starts with how we judge others. Attractiveness-based bias can play a big role in this. But what can we do to stop this unfairness? Researchers held a contest to find ways to reduce such bias in decisions, like admissions. They tested 30 different strategies across four study
