Doctors know a lot about cancer, but not all of them take the same steps to protect themselves. A recent survey of 616 women who work in medicine in Punjab, India, found that only some get tested for cervical cancer or receive the HPV vaccine. The study shows that the type of job a doctor does, how
A group of major labor unions is raising alarms about a Senate bill that could change how retirement savings are invested. The five unions, representing millions of workers, argue the bill would let cryptocurrencies into pension plans without enough safeguards. They warn that if crypto values crash,
Two states are testing a fresh approach to reduce corporate and hidden money in politics. Hawaii’s legislature just passed a bill that would stop corporations from spending on elections by legally redefining what a corporation can do. At the same time, volunteers in Montana are pushing a ballot meas
A new care home in Topeka is trying to do things differently for older adults. Called Bea’s Place, it’s a cozy eight-bed home in North Topeka where residents get personalized care without the feel of a hospital. The idea came from the owner’s grandmother, who inspired a place where families could fe
Most people know viruses make us sick, but how they actually do this inside our cells is still a puzzle. Some viruses use a clever trick—they hijack parts of our cells’ natural lipid system to create safe spots where they can copy themselves. These tiny fats, called phosphoinositides, aren’t well-kn
The Pacific Ocean is quietly undergoing a major shift that could reshape weather patterns across America. Deep beneath the surface, a growing mass of unusually warm water is making its way eastward, pushed by shifting winds. When it reaches the central Pacific later this year, it could trigger one o
Michigan’s weather this mid-May is playing tricks on the season. Just days before summer officially starts, the state is dealing with frost warnings—something you’d expect in March, not late spring. Eastern Michigan, including Saginaw and Bay City, could see frost Tuesday morning, while most of the
The city recently approved a new rule about how much workers must earn in small businesses. Government leaders voted yes even though state officials warned them it could cause legal trouble. Normally, when higher-level leaders say no, cities listen. This time, they didn’t. Not everyone agrees with
For many people with stubborn migraines that don’t respond to usual treatments, life becomes a cycle of doctor visits, tests, and trial-and-error medications. Research shows these patients often need more than the standard three attempts at preventive drugs before finding something that works. But w
A popular bag brand just dropped a big tease about teaming up with Universal’s newest theme park. Lug, known for its playful and functional designs, shared a sneak peek on social media hinting at a fresh collection tied to Epic Universe. The announcement keeps things mysterious, with no clear list o
