A new survey by Gallup shows that many Americans aren't betting on President-elect Donald Trump to make healthcare cheaper. Nearly half—46%—think the country is on the wrong track when it comes to his healthcare plans. More people doubt that Congress and Trump will lower health care and drug costs—4
You might be surprised to know that some people with drug-resistant epilepsy (DRE) have a condition called temporal encephaloceles (TEs). Sometimes, these TEs are spotted by chance during scans. Do doctors and hospitals agree on how to treat these patients before surgery? Not really. Their practices
There's a new twist in the world of rap music, and it's happening in the courtroom. Drake has sued Universal Music Group (UMG) for defamation, claiming they spread a false narrative about him through a Kendrick Lamar song. UMG, shocked by these accusations, fired back saying they have always support
President Joe Biden delivered his farewell address from the Oval Office, reflecting on his presidency and expressing concerns about the future. He warned of the dangers posed by extreme wealth and power, comparing today's issues to the warnings of past presidents. Biden also highlighted his administ
It's been a while since the last episode of Severance, and with Season 2 starting tonight on Apple TV+, let's refresh our memories. In this sci-fi drama, the Lumon corporation uses a brain chip to split workers into "outies" and "innies". Outies live normal lives while innies work tirelessly, knowin
Metabolic Syndrome, often called MetS, is a health condition affecting millions worldwide. In the U. S. and Europe, it's estimated that one in five people has it. MetS isn't just about being overweight; it's about how your body handles food and energy. This condition is linked to belly fat, high blo
Imagine trying to understand why some women in Somalia face violence from their partners. It's a sad reality in many places, and Somalia is no exception. We need to dig into the facts to figure out why this happens, so we can hopefully stop it. Let's talk about intimate partner violence, or IPV for
Tiny, porous iron oxide spheres known as Fe3O4-vMSN (Fe3O4-viral-like Mesoporous Silica Nanoparticles) are being used in a new way to fight liver cancer. These microscopic particles act as carriers for a powerful drug called Lenvatinib, which is typically taken orally. Lenvatinib works by stopping c
Imagine this: a tiny infant, just a few months old, is fighting epilepsy. Doctors prescribe a hormone therapy called adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) to help. Shockingly, instead of helping, it triggers a dangerous heart rhythm disorder called ventricular tachycardia. This isn't a story from a med
Southern California is on high alert due to dangerously dry conditions and gusty winds. Moisture levels are at record lows, making the region a tinderbox ready to ignite. This "weather whiplash" from wet to dry spells hasn't been seen since 1992-1993. Scientists warn that climate change may be ampli
