When teens are very sick, it's not just about medicine. It's also about who gets to decide what happens. Parents usually have the final say, but what if they don't agree with the doctors? This can make things really hard, especially when the teen is at the end of their life. Doctors have a tough jo
In the past, vaccines had a big problem: bacteria could grow in them and make people sick. To stop this, a preservative called thimerosal was added to vaccines in the 1930s. It worked well for a long time, and the only issues were minor reactions at the injection site. But in 1999, health officials
Google's Find Hub network, used for tracking lost items, has a big problem: it's not as reliable as Apple's or Samsung's networks. The main reason? Google's default setting is less effective in finding items, especially in places that aren't crowded. This is because Google's network needs more than
Tesla's latest Robotaxi launch has sparked concerns and caught the attention of regulators. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reached out to Tesla after videos surfaced online showing the autonomous vehicles behaving strangely and potentially breaking traffic rules. The lau
Tesla's robotaxis have hit the road, but not without a few hiccups. Early users and fans are sharing their experiences, and it turns out, the rides aren't always smooth. One big issue is "phantom braking. " This is when the car stops suddenly for no clear reason. It seems the car's cameras are havi
A recent court case has sparked a big conversation about AI and copyright. A judge said that using books to teach AI is okay under US law. This decision came from a lawsuit against an AI company called Anthropic. Three writers, including a famous mystery writer, said the company used their books wit
Tesla has started testing its robotaxis in Austin, Texas. These self-driving cars are currently limited to a specific area and operate between 6 a. m. and midnight. Each Tesla robotaxi has a safety monitor in the passenger seat, and the driver's seat remains empty. Riders can use the new Robotaxi Ap
Tesla's robotaxis have hit the road in Austin, but not without raising some eyebrows. The U. S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has already been in touch with Tesla after videos surfaced online showing these self-driving cars breaking traffic rules. The NHTSA is keeping a clos
Big health insurance companies are making changes to speed up the process of getting approval for medical care. This process is called "prior authorization. " It's when doctors ask for permission from insurance companies before they can treat patients. Right now, this process is slow and frustratin
A nurse practitioner with a background in pediatrics and family medicine is set to discuss thimerosal in flu vaccines at a meeting of new CDC vaccine advisers. Lyn Redwood, former president of the anti-vaccine group Children’s Health Defense, will present on this topic, raising eyebrows among public
