The House Oversight Committee is digging into claims that President Biden's team downplayed his health issues. They've called in key figures, including former press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre and ex-chief of staff Jeff Zients, to answer questions. This comes after reports that Biden's inner circle
Doctors are getting a hand from technology to spot skin cancer. There's a tool called optical coherence tomography (OCT) that's pretty handy, but not everyone knows how to use it right. That's where cumulative sum (CUSUM) analysis steps in. It's like a scorecard that tracks how well doctors are doin
Teachers play a big role in helping nurses who come from other countries. These nurses often need extra training to work in their new home. But what is it like for the teachers? Not many people talk about this. In Sweden, two universities run special programs for these nurses. The goal is to make s
Two big names in the trucking world are teaming up to make our roads safer and deliveries faster. Vay and Kodiak Robotics are joining forces to mix human skills with AI smarts. Vay brings the tech that lets humans drive trucks from afar. Kodiak has trucks that mostly drive themselves. Together, the
Depression is often seen as a silent partner in the worsening of Alzheimer's disease. It's like a hidden force that makes things worse, but how it does this has been a bit of a mystery. Scientists have known that tiny brain helpers called microglia play a big role in both depression and dementia. Bu
Bullous pemphigoid (BP) is a skin condition that mostly shows up in older people. It's often seen together with other health issues like heart problems and autoimmune diseases. But here's something interesting: scientists are now looking into how a process called ferroptosis might play a role in BP.
Ever tried to do something important right after waking up? It's tough, right? Now, imagine being a driver in a self-driving car. You're napping, and suddenly, you need to take over. But what if you were in deep sleep? A recent study looked into this. Researchers had people drive in a simulator aft
The human body is a complex machine, and scientists are always finding new ways it works. Recently, they discovered that fats, or lipids, can change how certain immune cells behave. These cells, called T cells, are like tiny soldiers in our body. They fight off infections and keep us healthy. But so
Military service members often face unique challenges. They are more likely to get hurt or develop serious health issues because of their jobs. These injuries can be physical or mental. Both types can greatly affect their careers. The Army created a program in 2007 to help injured soldiers. It's ca
Tiny robots, smaller than the width of a human hair, are no longer just a dream. They are real and have the power to change the world. But why aren't we seeing them everywhere yet? The journey of these micro and nanorobots started with a famous lecture and a sci-fi movie. Now, they are used in medic
