CNN — After nearly three years of the pandemic, national test scores for students aren’t where educators hoped they would be — does that mean it’s time to break out the math and vocabulary drills? Maybe not, experts say. The National Center for Education Statistics, a branch of the US Department of Education, gives an
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Black in Cancer co-founders Dr Henry Henderson and Sigourney Bonner. (Photo by John Nicholson) Dr Faith Uwadiae spent 10 years studying science at some of London’s top universities and research institutes before she had the chance to attend a lecture by another Black woman. That lecture wasn’t actually about science, though. It took another year
Newborns across the United States are screened to check for hearing loss. This test is important because it helps families better understand their child’s health, but it’s often not accessible to children in other countries because the screening device is expensive. A team led by researchers at the University of Washington has created a new
A new analysis of U.S.-based pediatrics research published over the last decade found that just 9% of studies included non-English-speaking children or families, highlighting a lack of representation that could have serious implications for health equity. The findings are published today in a JAMA Pediatrics analysis led by University of Pittsburgh researchers. It is frankly
Last month, 15,000 Minnesota nurses went back to work after a 3-day strike without resolution on a contract. It was one of the latest in a series of strike notices from nurses across the country. Nurses with the New York State Nurses Association during a recent protest. Tens of thousands of unionized nurses across the
Tapping into the Million Veteran Program, an ongoing national research effort to learn how genes, lifestyle and military exposures affect the health of participants, researchers at University of California San Diego School of Medicine and the VA San Diego Healthcare System, with colleagues elsewhere, report that a polygenic hazard score based on 290 genetic variants
Do you find it hard to express how you feel? Sometimes, when we’re frustrated or angry, we might express our feelings indirectly rather than being up-front. But when we aren’t open about our feelings, it can create confusion and negatively impact our relationships Passive-aggressive behaviour can ‘feel normal’ to us – especially if it’s how
The right appointment, at the right time, every time. How in the somewhat chaotic system we have can we figure out a better way to make sure everyone gets the care they need, the right care, at the right time? The Convenience Factor From a patient’s point of view, they want to see their doctor,
Paying attention to your sexual and reproductive health is more important than you think. Since everyone has a right to access sexual and reproductive healthcare and decide what to do with their bodies, some people consider Hormone Replacement Therapy and Testosterone Replacement Therapy to improve their hormone balance, increase their libido, and attain beneficial effects.
A woman receives a dose of a vaccine against the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) at a sport stadium during the coronavirus disease pandemic, in Vina del Mar, Chile, April 22, 2021. Rodrigo Garrido | Reuters Long Covid is more common among women than men, according to federal data. More than 17% of women have had long
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If you asked the college version of myself if I’d ever become a runner, I’d laugh at the thought. Now, I run four to five days a week, packing in five miles a day. Running is a huge part of my life — it grounds me, forces me to breathe fresh air, and ultimately keeps
CNN — Limiting your child’s candy this Halloween might be more of a trick than a treat, experts say. Once you’re a grown-up raising kids, that bag full of candy might be the scariest part of Halloween — whether it’s concern about a potential sugar rush, worries of parenting perfectionism or diet culture anxiety. “It
In a recent Pediatrics journal study, researchers assessed the outcomes of children born to mothers infected during pregnancy with the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). In utero, mother-to-child SARS-CoV-2 transmission is possible; however, the mechanisms remain unknown. Previous studies have reported the transplacental passage of anti-SARS-CoV-2 antibodies, thereby providing some passive protection to newborns.
Sign up for CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter. Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more. CNN — Amid the heights of a mountain range in southwestern China, thousands of different species of rhododendrons mysteriously live together in harmony, without fighting as they do in other areas for the pollinators that
In a recent study posted to the medRxiv* preprint server, researchers in the United States evaluated the effects of maternal coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic-associated stress and fetal brain development using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Studies have reported perinatal care disruptions due to the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) pandemic as unprecedented and
A report recently published by the World Health Organization (WHO) warns that, as a result of physical inactivity, almost 500 million people will develop heart disease, obesity, diabetes, or other noncommunicable diseases in the decade from 2020 to 2030. Almost half of these new cases (47%) will be the result of high blood pressure, and
Researchers at the Stroke Research and Prevention Group (HKU Stroke), Department of Medicine, School of Clinical Medicine, LKS Faculty of Medicine, The University of Hong Kong (HKUMed) found that the incidence of ‘young stroke’ (strokes occurring in individuals aged 18 to 55 years) has increased by 30% in Hong Kong from 2001 to 2021, thus
When a loved one is diagnosed with cancer, the emotional impact is monumental. Here, counsellor Nadia Wyatt shares her story, and the things she learned along the way We were on holiday in Spain, during Easter in 2014, and were returning back to the UK on Wednesday. My daughter had been complaining she was not
Autologous hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (AHSCT) was not superior in preventing relapses or reducing disability progression than natalizumab (Tysabri) in progressive multiple sclerosis (MS), new research suggested. Patients with progressive MS, advanced disability, and low pre-treatment relapse activity who had AHSCT experienced similar on-treatment frequency of relapses as matched patients treated with natalizumab over up
In a shocking turn of events, a new study discovered a link between nose picking and neurological problems, such as Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Researchers from Griffith University demonstrated how a bacteria called Chlamydia pneumoniae could lead to serious brain problems. In a press release published by the university on Friday, the researchers indicated that
Get ready to sweat with trainer Nikki Nie, who will be leading this high-energy cardio workout joined by Paris Nicole and Siena Lyn. In this 30-minute bodyweight routine, you’ll work on managing your stress with mindful movement. You’ll go through mountain climbers, push-ups, gate swings, lunges, and much more. By the end of these 30
Sign up for CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter. Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more. CNN — As Antarctica’s emperor penguins are increasingly threatened by the climate crisis, the flightless seabirds will receive new protections under the Endangered Species Act, or ESA. With global warming melting the sea ice the
The malignant brain tumor type medulloblastoma can become resistant to therapy which can cause relapse. Researchers at Uppsala University have discovered a certain protein that makes tumor cells resting and insensitive to radiation treatment. The research group hopes that the results could eventually lead to better treatments for children that have the highest risk to
Oral immunotherapy (OIT) for food allergy can help prevent anaphylaxis after accidental encounters with an allergen, but the treatment rarely cures the allergy, it has risks, and it requires long-term planning and shared decision-making by patients, their families, and their allergists, according to a new review. In OIT, a patient who is allergic to a
Researchers at the Max Planck Institute in Plön show that reputation plays a key role in determining which rewarding policies people adopt. Using game theory, they explain why individuals learn to use rewards to specifically promote good behaviour. Often, we use positive incentives like rewards to promote cooperative behaviour. But why do we predominantly reward
Get green-fingered with these seven simple steps to create your own sensational succulent bowl at home Bring the splendour of nature indoors with your own special succulent bowl. Known for their robustness, succulents can be a great choice for novice gardeners or those wanting a plant with minimal upkeep. Plus, in general, increasing the greenery
Welcome to this week’s edition of Healthcare Career Insights. This weekly roundup highlights healthcare career-related articles culled from across the web to help you learn what’s next. Lisa Grabl is president of the locum tenens division of CompHealth, the nation’s largest locum tenens physician staffing company and a leader in permanent and temporary allied healthcare
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