In a world grappling with rising teen pregnancy rates and a constant battle against sexually transmitted infections (STIs), a critical question emerges: is abstinence-only sex education (AOE) an effective approach? The answer, according to a growing body of research, is a resounding no.
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Tai Chi Outperforms Aerobic Exercise in Taming High Blood Pressure, JAMA Network Open Study Finds
Move over jogging, there might be a new player in town for controlling high blood pressure: tai chi. A recent study published in the prestigious JAMA Network Open on February 9th, 2024, suggests that this traditional Chinese practice could even be more effective than conventional aerobic exercise. This opens the door to exciting possibilities for...
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Shenzhen Blazes a Trail: Nurses Prescribe in China’s First Pilot Program
In a landmark move, Shenzhen has shattered a longstanding medical barrier in China. The southern metropolis has become the first city to allow specially trained nurses to prescribe certain medications and order diagnostic tests. This pilot program, brimming with both promise and caution, aims to revolutionize healthcare delivery and ease the burden on China’s overburdened...