The former heavyweight champion, Mike Tyson, is stepping into a new arena. He is using his past struggles to inspire young boxers. Tyson recently attended the third annual "Boxing for a Cause" charity event. This event took place at JFK Elementary School. Boxers aged 10 to 20 participated in three-r
In 2021, health experts made a big change. They lowered the threshold for concerning lead levels in the blood. Now, any level at or above 3. 5 micrograms per deciliter is a red flag. This shift highlights a critical question: how does even a small amount of lead in the blood affect learning? This is
In Ethiopia, many children are missing out on crucial vaccines. This is a big deal because it leaves them open to diseases that could be easily prevented. These diseases are a major cause of death among kids in the region. One of the main issues is what's known as vaccination dropout. This happens w
Health workers in Ethiopia are on the frontline of the COVID-19 battle. Their actions are crucial in controlling the spread of the virus. A recent study took a close look at how well these health professionals are following COVID-19 prevention guidelines. The study gathered data from various sour
The WG/UNICEF CFM is a tool designed to spot kids and teens with disabilities. It does this by checking how they handle everyday tasks. This study zoomed in on the mental and emotional bits of the tool. These parts are key to understanding how kids and teens are doing mentally and how they're develo
In the world of filmmaking, safety should always come first. Yet, sometimes, things go wrong. Devyn LaBella, a stunt performer, found this out the hard way while working on Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 2. She was hired to double for one of the film’s stars. She expected a routine day of work.
SpaceX is gearing up for a significant day with two major events. The first is the ninth test flight of the Starship rocket. The second is a talk by SpaceX CEO Elon Musk about his company's plans to make humans a multiplanetary species. The Starship rocket is a massive, reusable vehicle designed to
In the year 2023, a significant move was made in the world of heart health. The American Heart Association rolled out a new set of tools. These tools are called the PREVENT equations. They are designed to estimate the risk of two major heart issues: atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease and heart f
The period when people are just starting to become adults is crucial. This is when habits formed in childhood can have big impacts. One major issue is the link between tough times in childhood and the use of substances later on. This connection can make it harder to reach important goals for society
In today's world, digital tools are everywhere. They help with all sorts of tasks that people do every day. These tasks are often called instrumental activities of daily living, or IADLs. IADLs include things like managing money, using a computer, or handling medications. But how do we know if someo
