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Why Do Some People With Back Pain Avoid Exercise?

March 7, 2025

Chronic low back pain is a widespread issue affecting many people around the world. It's a common problem that can make everyday activities challenging. Despite this, many people with chronic low back pain do not engage in regular exercise, even though it is highly recommended as a key part of manag

health

Healthy Kids, Healthy Choices: A New FDA Chief's Plan

March 7, 2025

Imagine this: A surgeon with a big vision for healthier school lunches is up for a major job. Dr. Marty Makary, a well-known figure from Johns Hopkins University, is in the running to lead the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). If he gets the job, he's got some big plans. First off, he

celebrities

Hollywood's Dark Side: The Hidden Story of a 'Friends' Star

March 7, 2025

The world loves the sitcom "Friends, " but not everyone who worked on it has happy memories. Stephen Park, who appeared in a couple of episodes, has a different story to tell. He describes the set as a "toxic environment. " Park recalled that during his time on the show, an assistant director used

health

The Gut's Secret Guardians

March 6, 2025

The gut is like a border patrol, keeping the outside world from invading the body. It does this through a mix of specialized cells and helpful bacteria. These cells have tiny gates that let in important nutrients and keep out harmful stuff. The gates are like little doors that open and close, contro

sports

Climbing the Grades: Making Rock Climbing Fairer with Tech

March 6, 2025

Rock climbing is a sport where figuring out how hard a route is can be really tricky. There are different ways to rate how tough a climb is, but there's no official rulebook. As more people climb and the sport becomes a big deal at the Olympics, it's important to have a fair way to decide how hard a

environment

Cleaning Up Our Water: The Power of MOFs

March 5, 2025

Imagine this: tiny, super-absorbent sponges that can soak up harmful medicines from our water. These aren't your average sponges; they're called metal organic frameworks, or MOFs for short. Scientists have been busy figuring out how to use these MOFs to get rid of ibuprofen and naproxen, two common

education

Facing the Doctor's Test: A Look at the FCFP (SA) Exam

March 4, 2025

The FCFP (SA) exam is a big deal for family medicine registrars in South Africa. It's a test that covers both written and clinical skills. The exam is designed to make sure that future family doctors are ready to handle real-life situations. It's not just about knowing facts; it's about applying tha

science

Opossum Feeding Facts: What Works and What Doesn't

March 4, 2025

Laboratory opossums, specifically Monodelphis domestica, play a big role in biomedical research. Keeping them healthy and happy means feeding them right. So, what's the best way to do that? Researchers looked into how opossums interact with their food and how different feeding methods affec

entertainment

Wicked Stars Shine at the Oscars 2025

March 3, 2025

The 2025 Oscars kicked off with a bang, featuring a spectacular performance by Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo. The evening started with a montage of clips from various Oscar-nominated films, setting the stage for Grande's rendition of "Somewhere Over the Rainbow. " The performance was a tribute to

opinion

How Beliefs Shape Hiring: The Hidden Bias

March 3, 2025

Everyone has biases, but what happens when those biases turn into actions? This is a question that researchers have been trying to answer. They discovered that people who hold strong white supremacist beliefs are more likely to act on their biases when hiring. This means that they are more likely