Cervical cancer screening just got a big update. Now, women have more choices. They can use a self-swab HPV test. This test is easier and less invasive than the old Pap test. The American Cancer Society says this change could help more women get checked regularly. HPV, or human papillomavirus, is a
People in hospitals often get medicine to fight infections. One such medicine is flucloxacillin. But how do doctors know if the right amount is getting into the blood? That's where therapeutic drug monitoring (TDM) comes in. TDM checks the levels of medicine in the blood to make sure it's working we
The world is getting older, and cities need to change to keep up. The World Health Organization (WHO) has been pushing for Age-Friendly Cities and Communities (AFCC) to make sure older adults have what they need in their neighborhoods. This includes things like safe sidewalks, easy-to-use public tra
Voters might hold Republicans accountable in the upcoming midterm elections if the Affordable Care Act's expanded subsidies end soon. These subsidies, which help lower health insurance costs for millions, are set to expire this month. Without them, many people could see their health expenses rise by
Dawn Sturgess' death in 2018 was a tragic consequence of a much larger event. She was not the intended target, but she paid the ultimate price. A recent inquiry concluded that Russian President Vladimir Putin bore moral responsibility for her death. The nerve agent Novichok, disguised as perfume, wa
In Florida, two immigration detention centers have come under fire for alleged human rights violations. The Everglades facility, nicknamed "Alligator Alcatraz, " and Miami's Krome processing center are accused of subjecting detainees to harsh conditions. At "Alligator Alcatraz, " detainees reported
College football fans know that recruiting is a big deal. The SEC is no exception. After National Signing Day, the rankings have shaken up. Georgia is still on top, but Vanderbilt made a huge splash by signing a top quarterback. This is a big deal because Vanderbilt isn't usually a top contender. A
College football recruiting is always a rollercoaster. Let's dive into some of the biggest stories from National Signing Day. Penn State is in a tough spot. They don't have a head coach yet. This has left their recruiting class in chaos. Most of the recruits left when former coach James Franklin to
A major news organization is challenging the Pentagon in court over new rules that limit how reporters can cover the U. S. military. The dispute centers on a 21-page agreement that the Pentagon asked journalists to sign in October. This agreement is seen as a way to control what reporters can share
Chris Paul's time with the LA Clippers ended abruptly. It all came to a head during a late-night meeting in Atlanta. The Clippers' president, Lawrence Frank, called Paul to discuss their issues. Paul had planned to attend a game at his old college, Wake Forest, but changed his plans. He went to an a
