Many people facing major surgery could walk into the operating room in better shape if they got the right preparation. But who actually gets this help? Doctors call this "prehabilitation" – training before surgery to build strength and stamina. Yet new research shows that the patients who need it mo
A local school district in Michigan just got a big boost to build a cutting-edge STEM center. The Essexville-Hampton Public Schools scored a $1 million state grant in mid-2024 to start construction on a new facility focused on science, tech, engineering, and math. The money will cover the basics fir
Back in 1942, Congress last officially declared war. Since then, presidents have sent troops overseas over 100 times without that same approval. The Constitution says Congress should handle war declarations, but presidents argue they can act fast when they see a threat. A 1973 law tried to fix this
Kyle Mowitz, who’s dating Kim Zolciak, is facing a financial headache. His soon-to-be ex-wife, Jillian Green, has filed court papers to stop him from spending freely. Why? She’s worried his money will vanish before she gets her share in their split. She claims his spending is out of control—buying l
Weight loss medications like Ozempic and Wegovy have helped many people shed pounds, but a hidden cost might be waiting. New research shows people often judge those who use these drugs more harshly than those who lose weight through diet and exercise. In one study, over 1, 300 participants ranked a
One major health issue quietly spreading across Africa is the growing problem of lack of exercise among adults. While many countries focus on diseases like malaria or hunger, physical inactivity is quietly becoming a silent killer. Experts recently gathered data from multiple studies to understand j
The world’s population is aging quickly, and governments worry about what that means for public health. One big concern is mobility – the ability to move around freely. Once people start having trouble walking or standing, their quality of life drops fast. Researchers believe catching these problems
A health warning about possible listeria in headcheese landed in Illinois homes recently. The product, made byone meat processor, was pulled from store shelves weeks ago. Authorities believe some families may still have it tucked in their freezers. Tests found listeria in an unopened package of the
A major dispute has flared up between pop star Dua Lipa and tech giant Samsung over a photo used on TV packaging. The singer claims Samsung printed her image on cardboard boxes for television sets sold in the US without her permission. Lipa argues this unauthorized use suggests she endorsed the prod
Many people believe smart feelings and deep beliefs help students handle tough classes better. Studies show that students who understand their emotions and care about meaning in life tend to do well in school and stay healthy. Yet most research looks at these two ideas separately. When students kno
