Ethiopia is a country where many babies are born at home. This is a big deal because it can be risky for both the mother and the baby. Many women in Ethiopia give birth at home without any help from doctors or nurses. This is a problem because it can lead to serious health issues for the mother and
In Italy, the number of women facing cancer during pregnancy is climbing. This trend is linked to women having children later in life. Managing cancer while pregnant is tricky. Doctors must balance treating the mother's cancer and keeping the baby safe. For a long time, people thought cancer during
Drugs have been a hot topic in British Columbia. The province made a big decision. They chose to decriminalize drugs. This means people caught with small amounts of drugs didn't face criminal charges. The goal was to reduce drug-related crimes and harm. So, what actually happened? First, let's talk
The Menendez family is facing another tough time. This time, it's because their aunt, Terry Baralt, is in the hospital. She is 85 years old and was found not responding. Now, she is in a New Jersey hospital in bad shape. The family is pointing fingers at the Los Angeles County District Attorney's of
There is a surprising fact about the air in big cities. People often think that the chemicals that create smog come mostly from nature. But recent studies show that a lot of these chemicals are actually made by humans. These chemicals are called monoterpenes. They are found in high amounts in ci
Breast cancer is a significant health concern. It affects millions of women worldwide. There is a lot of talk about new tools to fight it. One such tool is the polygenic risk score (PRS). This score is a number that shows a person's chance of getting breast cancer. It is based on many small gen
Virtual reality is not just for fun and games. It is also being used to help teens with behavior problems. One program, called Street Temptations, uses virtual reality to help teens think more clearly and want to change their behavior. This program is an extra help for teens who are already in troub
People who are 60 or older are more likely to develop epilepsy. This is especially true for those who are experiencing some form of cognitive decline. This decline can range from mild issues, like forgetting where they put their keys, to more serious problems, such as dementia. When epilepsy strikes
Cytokines are small proteins that help cells communicate. They play a big role in how cancer spreads. This is a big deal in cancer research. Three specific cytokines have been found to spike right after surgery to remove breast, colorectal, and prostate cancer. These cytokines are TGF-β1, HGF, and I
Rory McIlroy is in a great spot to make history at the Masters. He is just a few holes away from winning a career grand slam. This would be a huge deal in the golf world. McIlroy is from Northern Ireland and has had a lot of success at the Masters. But he has not won the big green jacket yet. He is
