: Women often face a lot of being stripped from sleep. One big cause is nocturia. That is when someone has to get out of bed to go to the bathroom multiple times during the night. This isn't just annoying. About half of all women have this issue which means it effects not only their but friends an
Imagine this: A device that helps you know exactly when to go to the bathroom. It has been noticed that urinary incontinence is a big issue for lots of adults. It affects a person’s ability to maintain good hygiene and personal health. The good news is, a new technology might be able to help solve
A baby’s growth inside the womb can be affected by many things. Not growing as they should can lead to serious issues like stillbirth or health problems at birth. This is called Fetal Growth Restriction (FGR). It’s a big deal in Nepal because many babies there don’t grow as expected. Many r
First things first, let's zoom out and look at the big picture. When we talk about the economic side of mental health, especially for new moms and babies, things can get tricky. Usually, studies only look at the immediate costs and benefits from a single person's point of view. This can lead to a bi
The Universal Declaration of Animal Rights (UDAR), created in 1977, is often mistakenly referenced in scientific research. This global document, inspired by human rights, is meant to set standards for how people should treat animals. It was shared widely the following year in 1978 and has been rewor
Preeclampsia, short for PE, is a major concern during childbirth. Though it affects mothers and babies, information lacks on the reasons why PE’s happen. A study took a close look. Researchers in China wanted to check the numbers, and the risks that go along with PE. Adverse situations put
Let's dive into a topic that's not often discussed. Breastfeeding helps tiny humans grow big so that they reach their developmental milestones. But what happens when a mother experiences physical and emotional abuse? The challenges faced by new moms are already monumental. Now, let's imagine a
South Africa has a big problem with high blood pressure, and salt is a key contributor. Salt is hidden in many foods. Reduction of salt in our diet is crucial to fix this problem. The South African government has stepped in with laws to lower the salt content in the food we eat.
You know how families and babies live at birth matter? Well, a study dug into how these early life factors can affect kids heart health, diet and physical activity. This was about kids at ages 8, 9 and 10 years old, before puberty. The study wanted to check out if things like economic status, fami
Have you ever thought about how taking heartworm pills might affect a dog's eyes? Scientists decided to investigate the impact of a certain type of heartworm prevention, known as oral macrocyclic lactones, on the eyes and the pupil response to light in dogs. In a nutshell, they tried to see
