Author: Rashmi rana

In Uganda, a research study revealed that in situations where information is limited, loan officers tended to be inclined towards granting credit to individuals who appeared to have a larger body size. Obesity study:According to an upcoming article in The American Economic Review, in Uganda, a country plagued by poverty where a significant portion of the population faces caloric deficits, having excess body fat is frequently associated with affluence and can potentially improve one’s chances of obtaining a bank loan. The new study highlights that in impoverished nations where food scarcity is prevalent, it is expected that obesity becomes a…

The President of the American Psychiatric Association responds to inquiries regarding a recent proposal suggesting the screening of individuals under the age of 65 for anxiety. When to know that anxiety is getting worse?  In a recent development, a group of influential medical professionals has put forward a groundbreaking suggestion, advocating for the screening of anxiety symptoms in all adult patients below the age of 65. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recently released updated guidelines, following the release of a preliminary version in September of last year. These new guidelines specifically pertain to the screening of anxiety symptoms and…

The sole state legislation targeting the most prevalent abortion procedure in the nation was scheduled to be implemented on July 1st. A Wyoming judge issued a temporary restraining order on Thursday, halting the enforcement of the initial state law that specifically prohibits the utilisation of abortion pills, which are the prevalent method of abortion in the United States. Judge Melissa Owens of Teton County District Court granted a temporary restraining order, postponing the implementation of the ban just a little over a week before it was supposed to come into effect. The law will remain on hold until additional court…

A recent study conducted by the University of Manchester, Keele University, and the University of Exeter,has revealed that there has been a significant increase in the occurrence of eating disorders and self-harming among adolescent girls in the United Kingdom during the Covid-19 pandemic, as indicated by their medical records. The study observed that the largest surge in eating disorders and self-harming cases among teenage girls in the UK during the Covid-19 pandemic was primarily found in girls residing in affluent regions. This trend could potentially be attributed to improved accessibility to general practitioner services in these areas. The government has…

Epic Research reports that less than 20% of children between the ages of 2 and 11 undergo cholesterol screening, even those with cardiovascular risk factors. Study investigators suggest simple approaches, like incorporating reminders in standard charting and electronic health records, to boost lipid screening rates in children. Dr. Dave Little, a clinical informaticist at Epic and coauthor of the study, expresses that the healthcare system is overlooking chances to identify and treat children at risk of heart disease at an early stage. Dr. Little suggests that the low rates of cholesterol screening may be attributed to various factors, including limited…

According to researchers from University College London, incorporating regular Midday Siesta into our routine is beneficial for the brain and can contribute to its long-term preservation. In their study, the researchers demonstrated that individuals who took regular naps had brains that were approximately 15 cubic centimetres (0.9 cubic inches) larger. This increase in brain size is comparable to the effect of delaying the aging process by approximately three to six years. Nonetheless, the scientists advise limiting the duration of naps to under 30 minutes. The researchers noted that incorporating daytime sleep can be challenging in numerous professions, as work culture…

Parents, scientists, and the surgeon general express concerns, yet there is no universally agreed-upon definition of social media. Recently, prominent voices, including the United States surgeon general, have issued strong public cautions regarding the detrimental impact of social media on teenagers’ mental well-being. These warnings have further intensified parental apprehensions about the potential effects of excessive phone usage on their children’s cognitive development. Although numerous scientists acknowledge the concern, limited research exists to substantiate the harmful effects of social media or to identify specific sites, applications, or features that may be problematic. Furthermore, there is a lack of consensus regarding…