In the past, many kids died young from diseases we can now prevent with vaccines. Now, some people are choosing not to vaccinate, and these diseases are coming back. This is a big problem because these illnesses can cause serious harm or even death. Janith Farnham and her daughter Jacque know this
People often skip important medical scans because they worry about radiation. This fear might stop them from catching diseases early. But there's no good way to measure this fear. So, researchers made a new tool called the Fear of Medical Imaging Radiation Scale (FOMIRS). They wanted to see how well
In the world of health research, there's a lot we don't see. This is often called "grey literature. " It's not published in big, fancy journals. Instead, it's tucked away in reports, theses, and conference papers. A recent review dug into this hidden treasure. It looked at how involving underreprese
High triglyceride levels, or hypertriglyceridaemia, are not just about what you eat. It's a mix of genes and lifestyle. The liver plays a big role here. When the liver has too much fat, it makes more of a certain type of cholesterol. This cholesterol is rich in triglycerides. Now, scientists think t
In the U. S. , parents and babies often visit different hospitals for care. This can make it tough to gather all the needed health info for research. Linking electronic health records (EHR) from various places could help. But how can this be done while keeping everyone's privacy safe? Researchers h
Depression is often seen as a silent partner in the worsening of Alzheimer's disease. It's like a hidden force that makes things worse, but how it does this has been a bit of a mystery. Scientists have known that tiny brain helpers called microglia play a big role in both depression and dementia. Bu
Bullous pemphigoid (BP) is a skin condition that mostly shows up in older people. It's often seen together with other health issues like heart problems and autoimmune diseases. But here's something interesting: scientists are now looking into how a process called ferroptosis might play a role in BP.
The human body is a complex machine, and scientists are always finding new ways it works. Recently, they discovered that fats, or lipids, can change how certain immune cells behave. These cells, called T cells, are like tiny soldiers in our body. They fight off infections and keep us healthy. But so
In the Netherlands, many caregivers in long-term care homes know about and use tricks to help Parkinson's patients move around better. A recent survey asked 130 healthcare workers about these tricks, often called compensation strategies. These strategies help patients with walking and getting aroun
In the world of healthcare, AI tools are becoming more common. But not all AI is created equal. When it comes to predicting heart health in people with type 2 diabetes, it's not just about getting the right answer. It's also about understanding how the AI got there. Think about it like a black box.
