Rabies is a deadly virus that mostly spreads through dog bites. But sometimes, even small scratches or bat bites can cause infection. Scientists are still figuring out how this happens. A recent study looked at skin cells called keratinocytes. These cells are in the outer layer of skin. The study f
Ever tried to do something important right after waking up? It's tough, right? Now, imagine being a driver in a self-driving car. You're napping, and suddenly, you need to take over. But what if you were in deep sleep? A recent study looked into this. Researchers had people drive in a simulator aft
In Shenzhen, China, a recent study shed light on the state of HPV infections and vaccinations among women aged 30 to 64. The findings revealed that about 14. 2% of the women in this age group were infected with HPV, with HPV52 being the most common strain. This study also highlighted some surprising
In the Netherlands, many caregivers in long-term care homes know about and use tricks to help Parkinson's patients move around better. A recent survey asked 130 healthcare workers about these tricks, often called compensation strategies. These strategies help patients with walking and getting aroun
Vape shops are places where people go to buy electronic cigarettes, e-liquids, and other vaping stuff. These shops are often busy, and many people use their products inside. This can lead to higher levels of nicotine and tiny particles in the air. A recent study checked out the air quality and safet
Scientists have a new tool to find tiny amounts of pesticides in drinks like juice and wine. They used a special machine that can break down chemicals in three different ways. This helps them spot even the smallest traces of pesticides. The machine can handle 168 types of pesticides using one metho
Southeast Michigan is in for a rough Friday. A severe thunderstorm watch is in place until 9 p. m. on June 27, 2025. This isn't just any storm. It's a big one. The worst of it is expected between 4 and 9 p. m. What's the big deal? Well, these storms can bring winds up to 60 mph. That's strong enoug
Soldiers often face brain injuries, even mild ones. These injuries can make it hard for them to do their jobs. But how do they get back to their duties safely? One way is by testing them in real-life situations. A test called POWAR-TOTAL does just that. It checks both their body and mind at the sam
The latest numbers on inflation in the US show that prices are still going up, but not as fast as some people thought. The Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Price Index, which is a big deal for the Federal Reserve, went up by 2. 3% in May. That's a tiny bit higher than the month before, but it
Hypothyroidism can make life pretty tough. It messes with your body, mind, and even your social life. But there's hope! Yoga has shown it can help people feel better. Now, with more people using telehealth, a special yoga program was made just for hypothyroid patients. This program is designed to wo
