In Baltimore County, something exciting is happening at Towson High School. Leaders from the county and state recently started a huge construction project. This isn't just a small update. It's a major overhaul that will take years to finish. The plan is to add a big new section to the school. Some
Texas is a top pick for retirees. It has no state income tax. This means more money for fun and comfort. The cost of living is lower than in many other states. Plus, the weather is warm most of the year. Jefferson County is a great choice. It has affordable housing. The average home price is much l
Parents are the first teachers for kids. They help shape habits that last a lifetime. But helping kids stay healthy can be tough. Many programs focus on just one parent. They also don't always look at how parents work together. This is where mobile health, or mHealth, comes in. mHealth uses phones
Two pet food companies have pulled some of their products off the shelves due to possible salmonella contamination. Foodynamics and Raw Bistro are the brands involved. This bacteria can make both pets and people unwell. Foodynamics is recalling several freeze-dried treats. These include items from
A big problem is brewing between Mexico and the US. It's all about cattle and a nasty pest called the screwworm. This worm eats flesh and can kill animals. It's been spreading from Central America into Mexico. Now, it's causing tension between the two countries. Mexico's agriculture minister is hea
In a recent discussion, scientist James Lyons-Weiler shed light on the troubling issue of scientific fraud and its impact on public health. Lyons-Weiler, known for his work in ecology and evolutionary biology, highlighted how the manipulation of scientific data has been a longstanding problem. Lyon
Researchers dug into how healthy living habits affect the lifespan of postmenopausal women in the U. S. They looked at two sets of health metrics: Life's Essential 8 (LE8) and Life's Crucial 9 (LC9). The study focused on a large group of women who had gone through menopause. It aimed to see how the
People often mix up facts. It happens to everyone. Some of these mix-ups are so common that they become funny. First, many think the U. S. is the only developed country without a healthcare system. But that's not true. Other developing countries have healthcare systems too. Another big mix-up is t
Anxiety and depression are big problems. They touch the lives of millions around the world. But getting help isn't always easy. There are not enough therapists. Plus, treatment can be expensive. So, what's the solution? Digital mental health tools might be the answer. They can reach more people. But
The football world has a habit of turning games into sideshows. Take the Jets, for instance. They are on a losing streak. Yet, some players seem more interested in showing off than playing the game. During a recent match against the Panthers, two Jets players stood out. They didn't focus on the gam
