In many parts of the world, more than four billion people cannot get safe and affordable surgery. The hardest hit are countries that do not have a lot of money, especially those in the developing world. Ethiopia is one of these places. Most surgical care is found only in cities, and people usually p
Science now shows that cancer isn’t just bad luck—it’s often the result of how we live. Our bodies handle threats every day, but modern habits can accidentally feed disease instead of fighting it. Five key systems keep cancer in check, but they break down when stress piles up, food choices go wrong,
The #MeToo movement began in 2006 but exploded online in 2017, giving many women a platform to speak up about sexual harassment and assault. Social media became a powerful tool for sharing stories, but it also split people into two camps. Some voices offered empathy and solidarity, helping survivors
When the lower bone of the ankle gets a crack but stays in place, doctors often say rest is enough. Yet some people still end up with pain months later or even years. This surprise happens because every ankle behaves differently. A fresh way of sorting these injuries shows that soft-tissue damage—no
Once known only for shaping white blood cells, a protein called CSF3R is now turning heads in unexpected areas of women’s health. Recent deep scans of tissues show this molecule pops up in ovaries, the uterus lining, the cervix, the placenta, and even some cancers. Instead of just controlling blood
The Olympics just set a clear rule: only biological females can compete in women’s events. This might sound obvious, but it’s a big deal after years of confusion. Some athletes, like U. S. soccer star Megan Rapinoe, are upset. She calls the rule unfair and claims it lacks science. But here’s the iro
Chicago’s famous McCormick Mansion, once home to Lawry’s Prime Rib and a quirky Scandinavian buffet, is getting a fresh makeover. A 66‑year‑old entrepreneur who made his money in health tech is pouring about $50 million into a 36, 000‑sq‑ft entertainment center called The Hand & The Eye. He wants th
Many new owners rush to launch without planning, believing speed beats strategy. The push to "just start" comes from the idea that hesitation kills momentum. Yet without clear direction, these businesses end up chasing every passing trend instead of building something meaningful. Their marketing zig
Veterans who suffer from chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU) often go through many doctor visits, hospital stays, and emergency rooms before a new type of medicine is tried. A study looked at records from 2011 to 2021 to see how long it takes from the first diagnosis until a biologic drug is started
The idea of bringing in natural enemies to fight pests has been around for decades. Early successes made it a hero, but later studies showed that these helpers could also hurt other species that weren’t the target. Because of this, scientists began to think more carefully about the risks in the 1990
