Imagine a bunch of people wearing tiny activity trackers on their thighs. Researchers studied these volunteers to see how their daily steps and postures changed depending on how active they were. They tracked 3547 people over seven days, classifying each day by the number of steps taken. Interestin
You might think changing your foot strike while running is just about finding what feels right. But it turns out, it can also affect how much load your body takes. A study dove into this topic, observing how switching to a different foot strike impacts the load your body feels. Researchers had 27 yo
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) poses a serious threat, often leading to sudden cardiac death. Currently, doctors check for left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH) by looking for a maximum wall thickness (MWT) of at least 15 mm. However, this study suggests a better approach: adjusting the LVH threshol
For over four decades, empowerment has been a hot topic across various fields. It's all about giving people control over their own lives. Many different models exist, but this paper suggests a simple four-step one. It's about growing as an individual and understanding your surroundings. Think of it
On Tuesday, an Orange County judge decided that a 70-year-old man from Las Vegas will stand trial for murder and attempted murder, including hate crime enhancements. David Wenwei Chou is accused of fatally shooting a doctor and wounding five others during a mass shooting at a Taiwanese church in Lag
Imagine you're about to have a robotic hysterectomy for endometrial intraepithelial neoplasia (EIN). Your doctor suggests removing some lymph nodes, too. But how cost-effective is this procedure? Let's explore this question with a critical eye. First, what's EIN? It's a condition where cells in the
You know how some people are healthier than others? It's not just genetics or lifestyle choices – it's also about where they live, what they eat, and how much money they have. These are called social determinants of health (SDOH). To measure these factors, researchers and doctors use tools like PRAP
Gambling can be fun, but it comes with risks. This study looked into how 36 casual gamblers felt about a trial called EROGamb 2. 0. This trial aimed to make gambling safer by using messages about what others do and by helping people set goals. The gamblers were interviewed over the phone or video ca
Let's talk about what college students are eating. A study of undergrads in a nutrition course found that their daily intake of healthy foods like fiber, whole grains, fruits, veggies, and dairy was pretty low. Oops! On the flip side, they were having way too much added sugar. The good news? When it
In Charleston County, the school district's finance committee recently met and backed a plan to revamp several schools. The committee voted to reallocate $14. 6 million from leftover funds of a one-cent sales tax program. This amount, part of a total $37. 4 million, will be used for five major proje
