Bioelectronics is a big deal. It's all about tiny gadgets that talk to your nerves and other body parts. The idea is to help people feel better, but there's a catch. These gadgets need to last and work well over time. That's not always easy in the messy, ever-changing world inside our bodies. So, w
In Colorado Springs, a local business decided to put kindness before profits. Around The Clock Heating, Air Conditioning, Plumbing, and Electric stepped in to help a family in need. Eddie Williams, who has congestive heart failure, couldn't afford to fix his old air conditioner. With temperatures ri
Cody Bellinger, now playing for the New York Yankees, made a big splash against his old team, the Chicago Cubs. On a Friday night, he hit three home runs in the same game, something he had never done before. This was not just any game; it was his first time playing against his former team, and he ma
Prince Rupert Regional Hospital's emergency room has been hit hard by staff shortages. The emergency department had to close its doors for several hours on July 7 and 9 due to a lack of doctors and nurses. This is not an isolated incident. Across Northern Health, more than 90% of emergency room clos
Medical devices are tricky. They're not like drugs. They have learning curves, affect how hospitals work, and their prices change over time. Plus, there's often not much data on them. This makes it hard to figure out if they're worth the money. People study these things to help decide where to spen
New Zealand's public mental health services are facing a big problem. More and more psychiatrists are choosing to leave their jobs. This is a serious issue because it affects the care that people receive. There are many reasons why psychiatrists are leaving. One big reason is the workload. They hav
North High School's girls' basketball team recently showed that their skills extend beyond the court. They organized a youth camp where they not only taught younger players but also collected food donations for the local community. The team brought these donations to the Sojourner House, a shelter t
In Aotearoa New Zealand, a vital service called 1737 Need to Talk has been making waves since its launch in mid-2017. This service lets people reach out for mental health support via phone or text, offering a lifeline to those in need. The goal? To understand how this service is being used and who's
In the heart of Kyiv, a shocking event unfolded. A high-ranking officer from Ukraine's Security Service, known as the SBU, was tragically killed in a public parking lot. The incident, captured on camera, showed an unknown attacker approaching the officer and opening fire before escaping. The SBU, s
Healthcare professionals are taking legal action against top health officials, including Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and heads of the FDA, NIH, and CDC. They argue that recent changes in vaccine policies are creating unnecessary obstacles for people who want to get vaccinated. This legal battle highlights
