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Fat Turnover in Belly Fat Linked to Heart Health

December 12, 2024

Did you know that the fat in your body, especially the kind under your skin, plays a big role in your heart health? Scientists have found that how quickly this fat is made and broken down can affect your risk of heart problems and a condition called metabolic syndrome. Metabolic syndrome is like a

health

Thyroid and Cold: A Study of Greenlandic Hunters

December 11, 2024

Imagine being a hunter in the freezing lands of East Greenland, where temperatures often dip below zero. It turns out that our thyroid hormones play a vital role in keeping us warm when we're exposed to the cold. One study delved into this by looking at a group of Greenlandic hunters who are no stra

health

Canada's Anesthesia Journey: Past, Present, and Future

December 11, 2024

In December 2024, the spotlight turned on Canada's anesthesia field. This special issue didn't shy away from tough topics. It tackled human resource challenges head-on, highlighting the struggles professionals face daily. But it wasn't all doom and gloom. The issue also celebrated the giants of the

finance

Small Businesses: COVID Loans Gone Wrong

December 11, 2024

Imagine you're a small business owner who received a federal COVID loan to keep your doors open. Now, you're in a mess because the loan has been sent to collections, even though you've been trying to pay it back. Sounds unfair, right? Well, this is happening to many small business owners. The Small

technology

Imagine This: Sora, The AI Storyteller With A Twist

December 10, 2024

Ever dreamt of turning your ideas into a movie? Meet Sora, a tool from OpenAI that listens to your stories and brings them to life. But here’s the catch: Sora doesn’t always follow the rules of our reality. It can make mistakes, leading to some pretty strange and amusing outcomes. People have mixed

health

Heart Changes Post-COVID: The Fibrosis Factor

December 9, 2024

Ever wondered why some people experience heart issues after recovering from COVID-19? Scientists are on the case, trying to uncover how the virus might harm heart tissue. One important factor is something called vascular fibrosis, which is like scarring in the blood vessels. This scarring can disrup

health

The Battle Against Type 2 Diabetes: Are Nationwide Health Policies Effective?

December 7, 2024

Type 2 diabetes is a major health issue worldwide, prompting countries to implement various policies to tackle it. These initiatives often target both high-risk and low-risk individuals without requiring personal financial investment. Let's explore some of these policies. For instance, making fruits

opinion

Why Men Shouldn't Compete in Women's Sports: A Scientific Perspective

December 6, 2024

Imagine a world where biological men are allowed to compete in women's sports. Sounds crazy, right? But that's exactly what's happening in some places. More than 40, 000 people, including athletes and activists, have signed a petition asking the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to keep men out

health

Asian Kids and TV Food Ads: A Hidden Health Risk

December 4, 2024

In several Asian nations, children are inundated with commercials for junk food and sugary drinks while watching TV. The issue? Governments haven't put strict rules in place to prevent this. As a result, childhood obesity is skyrocketing, putting kids on a path to serious health problems later in li

politics

Cannabis Groups Pressure New York Governor for Industry-Savvy Leaders

December 4, 2024

Eighteen cannabis industry groups in New York are urging Governor Kathy Hochul to bring in new leadership for the Office of Cannabis Management (OCM). They feel the current regulators haven't been effective in running the state's cannabis market. The groups, including the NAACP and Drug Policy Allia