Netflix has decided to raise its prices after adding a record 19 million new subscribers in the last three months of 2024. This brings their total global subscribers to 302 million. The company credits its success to big events like the Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul boxing match and NFL games, as well as
In Germany, about a third of babies are born via cesarean section. This has sparked discussions about the rates and what factors, like the number of doctors and the number of births handled, might be influencing this. Most German hospitals combine care for pregnant women and gynecological issues int
St. Cloud’s local hospital has stopped its Home Delivered Meals Program for a bit due to the cold snap. Why? Freezing temperatures can cause health problems like hypothermia and frostbite. It’s not just about keeping the food warm, but also keeping people safe. This break started on January 20, 2025
You might not realize this, but more people in the US are battling drinking problems and liver issues linked to alcohol. It's a serious deal, leading to more health issues and even deaths. So, what's being done to tackle this? Well, a new training program was introduced for gastroenterology fellows—
Ever wondered how your olive oil goes from the tree to your kitchen table? A new study is using blockchain and IoT to make this journey crystal clear. Here's how it works: tiny sensors (IoT) track things like temperature and humidity, which can affect the oil's quality. All this data is stored on so
Epstein-Barr virus, otherwise known as EBV, can be a dangerous companion for kids who've recently had liver transplants. When things go wrong, it can lead to a condition called post-transplant lymphoproliferative disease (PTLD). This isn't just a minor setback; it's a serious complication that cover
Have you ever thought about whether seeing someone smoke on TV or a computer screen makes you want to grab a cigarette? Well, a recent study has some surprising findings. Researchers showed both smokers and vapers someone using an electronic nicotine delivery system (ENDS) on a screen. Surprisingly,
Did you know your liver health can affect your heart? Let's dive into metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease, or MASLD for short. It's the most common chronic liver condition, where fat builds up in the liver, along with at least one cardiometabolic risk factor. People with MASLD f
Justin Baldoni is leaning on his family and friends to cope with the recent drama. After filing a $400 million lawsuit against Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds, their publicist Leslie Sloane, and her PR firm Vision PR Inc. , Baldoni opened up about his support system. "I’m so grateful to be with my fa
Scientists sought to improve the way medicine, like methotrexate, passes through human skin. They used tiny needles called Dr. Pen microneedles and tiny, biodegradable beads called poly(d, l-lactide-co-glycolide) acid microparticles. These beads came in eight different forms. The team studied the be
