Geneva, Switzerland — The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is committed to aiding countries to bolster their cancer care capacities and optimize the benefits of nuclear science and technology across multiple health domains. This significant role was underscored at the 76th World Health Assembly (WHA) that took place in Geneva.
Health
Health is a unity and harmony within the mind, body and spirit which is unique to each person, and is as defined by that person. The level of wellness or health is, in part, determined by the ability to deal with and defend against stress. Health is determined by physiological, psychological, socio-cultural, spiritual, and developmental stage variables.
Harnessing the Power of Exercise for Mental Wellbeing and Work Performance
In today’s fast-paced world, maintaining mental wellbeing and work performance is a challenge for many. Amidst the hustle and bustle, one often overlooked solution lies in a simple, universally accessible activity – exercise. Numerous studies have highlighted the profound impact of physical activity on mental health and work performance.
The Rising Threat of Human Metapneumovirus: What You Need to Know
In the realm of public health, awareness is a powerful tool. As we navigate through the complexities of the global health landscape, a new threat has emerged, catching many by surprise. This threat is the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV), a relatively unknown virus that has seen a significant rise in cases recently.
Gray Hair Mystery: Melanocyte Stem Cells and the Aging Process
Scientists have discovered a potential reason behind hair graying by studying hair follicles in mice, which may eventually lead to ways to prevent or reverse the process. Hair turns gray due to a lack of specialized pigment-producing cells called melanocytes. However, it remains unclear why this shortage occurs and how to prevent it.
Aston University’s Journey to Empower Gender Equality in Indian Institutions
Aston University, a Birmingham-based higher education institution, has been selected by the British Council to help Indian universities enhance gender equality. To achieve this, the university will aid in the development of gender equality frameworks tailored to each institution.
Spillover Effect: Revised Mammography Guidelines’ Unintended Impact on Breast Cancer Screening
In 2009, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force revised its mammography screening guidelines, recommending that routine breast cancer screening should begin at age 50 instead of age 40. They suggested an individualized approach for women between the ages of 40 and 49 and cited insufficient evidence for screening women aged 75 and older.
Unveiling the Best Approach: A Study on Nail Bed Injury Treatment Options in Children
Nail bed injuries in children are a widespread issue, with over 10,000 operations performed each year in the UK alone. Often caused by a child’s fingertip being crushed in a closing door, these injuries were the focus of a 2017 information campaign by BAPRAS (British Association of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons) to raise awareness and prevent accidents.
Alcohol’s Vicious Cycle: Unraveling the Neuroimmune System’s Role in Cognitive Decline
Heavy alcohol consumption creates a vicious cycle that affects cognitive functions like decision-making and impulse control, leading individuals to drink even more. Researchers believe that the brain’s immune system plays a significant role in this process.
Revolutionizing LMD Treatment: Combined IT & IV Immunotherapy Shows Promise in Melanoma Patients
Researchers at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center have made significant progress in treating leptomeningeal disease (LMD) caused by metastatic melanoma. LMD is a complication of cancer where cancer cells from primary tumors spread into the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) and leptomeninges, the outer lining of the brain and spinal cord.
Lithium in Drinking Water: Uncovering Links to Autism Risk and Environmental Factors
A study published on April 3 in JAMA Pediatrics is thought to be the first to recognize naturally occurring lithium in drinking water as a potential environmental risk factor for autism. “Any contaminants in drinking water that could impact the developing human brain warrant serious investigation,” stated the lead author of the study, Beate Ritz, MD, PhD, a professor of neurology at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and a professor of epidemiology and environmental health at the UCLA Fielding School of Public Health.