People with schizophrenia often face big challenges in everyday life. They might struggle with basic tasks and feel like they are not getting better. So, researchers wanted to see if multiple sessions of occupational therapy could help. They thought it might improve how well people can function and
There is a growing awareness of how social factors impact health. However, this awareness has not fully reached asylum seekers, who face unique challenges. A recent effort in Boston aimed to change this by testing a program to identify and address the social needs of asylum seekers. This program was
New York City's public schools are in deep trouble. The city spends a staggering 41 billion dollars on education each year. This is the biggest chunk of the city's 115 billion dollar budget. Yet, the results are far from impressive. Nearly half of the fourth-graders in the city struggle with basic r
Schizophrenia, a serious mental health condition, has long been known to run in families. This means that genes play a big role in it. However, figuring out exactly which genes are involved is tricky. That's where artificial intelligence comes in. Researchers have been using a type of AI called deep
In the world of medical treatments, there are many ways to keep blood from clotting too quickly. One such method is regional citrate anticoagulation. This is often used during intermittent hemodialysis for patients who are at high risk of bleeding. The idea is to use citrate to stop blood from clott
The spring sports season in Wisconsin has been a rollercoaster of excitement and disappointment. The state championships are around the corner and the tension is building. The Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA) Baseball Championships are the main event. The top teams have been
What separates a good athlete from a great one? It is not just about the hours spent training. The food that athletes consume plays a crucial role in their performance. This is especially true in track and field, where every second counts. A recent effort showed how educating athletes about spor
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a big deal in the healthcare world. It costs Medicare around 82 billion dollars each year. This is a huge chunk of money. So, finding ways to manage it better is crucial. One approach that's gaining traction is using community navigators. These are people who understa
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on everyone, but some groups have faced unique challenges. One such group is people with schizophrenia. They have shown a lower rate of vaccination compared to the general public. This raises important questions about how the pandemic has affected thei
Scientists have developed a new gel that could change the game for growing sperm cells outside the body. This gel is made from a substance called chitosan, which turns into a gel at body temperature. The gel is then covered with a special mix of proteins and other stuff that sperm cells need to gr
