Ever wondered how your sleep habits affect your bones? A recent study looked into this very topic. Researchers checked out a bunch of studies to see if sleeping too little or too much has any connection to bone health issues like low bone density or osteoporosis. They explored databases like PUBMED,
Everyone knows that obesity is bad for your health, right? But what happens when you look perfectly fine on the outside but are still at risk? Meet normal weight obesity (NWO) – where people have a normal body mass index (BMI), but they're carrying too much fat. This can lead to a range of health is
You might think having two legs that work exactly the same would be best for runners, right? Surprisingly, a closer look at middle- and long-distance runners shows that this isn't always the case. A recent review found that the difference between how your left and right legs perform, called inter-li
In bustling cities of low- and middle-income countries, the urban poor population is growing. This means the need for efficient primary healthcare services is more crucial than ever. To ensure these services are accessible and affordable, it's vital to understand what factors urban dwellers consider
In April 2023, Cochrane introduced RevMan Web, a digital platform designed to streamline systematic reviews and meta-analyses, particularly for Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). This initiative aims to tackle common pitfalls in TCM reviews, such as lumping different treatments together without con
Recent studies have been all over the place when it comes to how well digital health interventions work in getting college students to be more active. While there's been plenty of focus on these tools, research specifically targeting college students is thin on the ground. A systematic review and m
When it comes to treating stroke, two drugs often come up in conversation: reteplase and alteplase. Both are used to dissolve clots and restore blood flow, but which one is more effective? Let's dig into the details. Scientists studied a bunch of research papers to compare these two treatments. The
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
Are you wondering why some women experience repeated pregnancy losses? Scientists have been exploring how genes play a part in this. Specifically, they're focusing on something called interleukins, which help regulate our immune system. These interleukins can have slight differences, known as polymo
In today's world, wars aren't just fought with guns and soldiers. They're also waged on computers and in the digital realm. This is where information technology (IT) steps in, shaping the future of cyber warfare. What was once a simple battlefield has transformed into a complex network of ones and z
