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Smart Technology Helps With Urinary Woes

February 10, 2025

Imagine this: A device that helps you know exactly when to go to the bathroom. It has been noticed that urinary incontinence is a big issue for lots of adults. It affects a person’s ability to maintain good hygiene and personal health. The good news is, a new technology might be able to help solve

health

Control Arm Care in Radiation Oncology Trials: Are We Doing Enough?

February 10, 2025

The quality of care in control arms of clinical trials is a big deal. In the medical world, patients in control groups should get the best standard treatment. This is even more true when testing new treatments. Problems have been found in some trials for cancer treatments. This is where things s

politics

Unpacking the Twists and Turns of Family Planning in the Past 30 Years

February 10, 2025

The International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD), held in 1994, marked a turning point in how we think about reproductive rights. It was meant to put an end to population control and pave the way for better family planning. But, like many big deals, it had its compromises. Thre

science

Understanding Ground Water Bacteria Patterns in Ontario Through Big Data

February 9, 2025

Big data has become a powerful tool in understanding the patterns of groundwater quality in Ontario. Researchers have tapped into a massive dataset of groundwater samples, totaling approximately 1. 1 million, collected over 12 years. Unlike previous studies that solely focused on E. coli detection r

health

Breathing Hydrogen: A New Lease On Mixing Up Workout Metabolism

February 9, 2025

In the ever-evolving world of health and fitness, researchers have been diving into the unexpected benefits of molecular hydrogen. Initially seen as a gas with no significant role in the body, it's now understood to have some pretty impressive properties: anti-inflammatory, anti-apoptotic, and stron

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Revolutionizing Glioma Treatment: Predicting IDH Genotypes with Advanced MRI Techniques

February 9, 2025

Think about this: are brain tumors all equally dangerous? There is a big difference between them. Habitats can help to see the difference. What is habitat? It is different types of tumor type. One part of the tumor might grow and spread faster than somewhere else. There is a fancy name for this: i

technology

Navigating the Digital Frontier: Stakeholder Insights on Electronic Appointment Systems

February 9, 2025

Imagine getting a phone call to make a doctor's appointment, and all you hear is option. Option one for your first name. Is if your name Rebecca. Option two for your family. What harms to tell these listeners about the latest digital way? Our personal digital assist scheduler software. Has it reall

health

Breathe Easy: Can a Simple Breath Test Check Asthma?

February 9, 2025

Asthma treatment involves regular check-ups using various methods. One of these methods is a simple and non-invasive tool known as the Fractional Exhaled Nitric Oxide (FeNO). This tool is administered through a device that measures the amount of nitric oxide in the breath. But can this breath test b

health

Can Ivermectin Be Our New Weapon Against Mosquitos?

February 9, 2025

In the age-old battle against malaria, traditional methods like insecticide-treated nets and indoor spraying are losing ground. Why? Mosquitos are developing resistance to these insecticides, and many of us, especially kids, are still getting bitten outside when it is dark. This is grave news for Af

health

Donut Dilemma: A Double-Edged Recall

February 9, 2025

Over two million donut cases were taken off shelves in a major recall across the United States and Canada. A wave of concern stirred from reports of potential listeria contamination. The FDA identified the problem and took immediate action to prevent further spread. All products produced before Dece