Health

How can the metaverse improve public health?

The "metaverse" has captured the public imagination as a world of limitless possibilities that can influence all aspects of life. Discussions about the utility of completely immersible virtual environments were initially ...

Arthritis & Rheumatism

Prevalence of arthritis higher among caregivers

The prevalence of arthritis is higher among caregivers than noncaregivers, and caregivers with arthritis are more likely to report disabilities, according to research published in the Nov. 4 issue of the U.S. Centers for ...

Genetics

Gene variant may underlie diabetes disparities

A genetic variation common in people of African ancestry is associated with an increased risk of complications from diabetes, including diabetic retinopathy, according to a report published June 25 in the journal Nature Medicine.

Vaccination

WHO, CDC: A record 40 million kids miss measles vaccine dose

The World Health Organization and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention say measles immunization has dropped significantly since the coronavirus pandemic began, resulting in a record high of nearly 40 million ...

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