In the battle against African swine fever (ASF), early detection is crucial. Australia's remote, hot regions are at risk due to their large feral pig populations and proximity to countries with ASF. A recent study explored whether high temperatures in these areas could affect the accuracy of dry swa
In recent years, doctors have started using extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) more often in complex thoracic surgeries. This tool helps patients who might not be suitable for surgery otherwise. ECMO is like a backup system that provides oxygen and supports blood flow. It's especially useful
NASA is planning to bring Martian rocks back to Earth, but they haven't finalized their plan yet. Instead, they're leaving the big decision up to the incoming President, Donald J. Trump. The mission, called Mars Sample Return, was initially estimated to cost up to $11 billion, but NASA has found way
As President-elect Donald Trump inches closer to his second term, his lawyers are pulling out all the stops to prevent a special counsel's report from being made public. Jack Smith, the special counsel investigating Trump's handling of classified documents, is facing pressure from both the Justice D
Fossils of gibbons are quite rare, which makes their evolutionary history a bit of a mystery. One such fossil, Kapi ramnagarensis, was found in India and dated back to around 13 million years ago. Scientists initially thought it was an early gibbon due to a unique lower molar they found. However, so
New York City's recent crime statistics are revealing a troubling pattern. Mayor Eric Adams and Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch noted during their year-end conference how recidivism rates have shot up since 2018. The numbers are staggering: repeat offenders charged with major crimes like felony as
When Justin Trudeau, Canada's 23rd prime minister, decided to step down, many were not surprised. He had promised big changes back in 2015, like fighting climate change, improving Indigenous relations, and updating the voting system. But over time, his popularity dropped. Members of his own Liberal
Depression is a widespread concern in the United States, impacting a significant number of people and posing serious health challenges. Traditionally, doctors recommend therapy like behavioral activation (BA) or antidepressants as initial treatments. However, these methods don't work for everyone an
Dr. Caroline F. Hamilton, a physician from the USA, made waves in the late 19th century Ottoman Empire. She spent three decades caring for patients, largely women, at the Azariah Smith Memorial Hospital in Aintab. Her journey wasn't easy; she faced legal, cultural, and political hurdles. But she per
In Eastern India, a significant number of people live with disabilities, and they often face health challenges that are not well met. This is partly because healthcare professionals might lack the right knowledge and understanding about disabilities. A recent study took a closer look at this issue i
