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It seems like the tide might be turning for sexually transmitted infections (STIs). After years of seeing record highs, the top three bacterial STIs have started to drop since the Covid pandemic. Syphilis, which is one of the most infectious STIs, went down by 10% in 2023. This is a big deal, especi

Board Games: More Than Just Fun!

Board games have been around for ages, and lately, researchers are finding out they're great for our brains. In Spain, a study from several universities showed that playing board games in class helps kids learn better than traditional teaching methods. Another study in Chile found that board games b

A New Way to Move Mental Health Patients

Imagine this: instead of using an ambulance, some hospitals are using tricked-out SUVs to transport mental health patients. South Shore Hospital and Lowell General Hospital are leading the way with this innovative solution. Why is this a big deal? Because traditional ambulances can be tied up for ho

Movement Matters: Debunking the Standing Myth

You might have heard that standing all day is great for your health. Well, Australian researchers have some news for you: it's not the solution you think it is. A recent study showed that standing all day doesn't cancel out the negative effects of sitting too much. In fact, it could even cause probl

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Why is Gregg Popovich Missing? A Former Coach Speaks Out

San Antonio Spurs fans have been wondering what’s up with their legendary coach, Gregg Popovich. He’s been out lately due to an undisclosed health issue. The rumors have been flying, but the team is keeping things quiet. Now, Mike Brown, a former assistant coach who once worked under Pop, has someth

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Training Rats to Drive: Insights into Anticipation and Joy

Imagine training rats to drive tiny cars! A neuroscientist did just that. These rodents learned to navigate fun challenges like steering towards treats. Rats in enriched environments mastered driving quicker, showing their brains adapt to complex tasks. The project hit media storm and helps how futu

Diabetes and Kidney Disease: A Hearty Warning for Young Adults

Listen up! If you're a man with both diabetes and kidney disease, you might face heart issues 28 years earlier than your healthier friends. Women, you're not off the hook either; it's 26 years earlier for you. Why so early? These two conditions team up to boost your heart risk even more. Imagine hav

The UK's Plan to Outsmart Pandemics

Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic hit hard, the UK's National Health Service (NHS) has been working on a clever plan. They want to spot the next big disease before it spreads. How? By teaming up with a company called Oxford Nanopore. This company has a super-fast way to read DNA, which can help find

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Mike Tyson's Ex-Trainer: No Worries About Health in Upcoming Fight

Mike Tyson, a renowned boxer, is set to return to the ring at 58 years old, facing YouTube star Jake Paul. Despite a past health scare involving an ulcer, Tyson's former trainer, Teddy Atlas, isn't too concerned. Atlas believes Tyson is fit and ready for the fight, which will have unique rules like

Rethinking Mental Health Care: A Journey from Pain to Hope