A recent outbreak of hantavirus on the MV Hondius cruise ship has stirred a heated debate in Washington. The virus, carried by rodents, caused three deaths and eight illnesses among passengers. Some travelers have already returned home while authorities watch for further spread. Senator Chuck Schum
Forensic experts often try to figure out why a body has certain injuries. One area that hasn’t been looked at closely is whether men and women suffer different kinds of stab wounds when they’re attacked. A recent comparison studied people who survived a single knife blow to the chest or belly area.
Healthcare in Florida faces big problems that can’t be fixed by thanks alone. The state needs a steady stream of skilled workers, from nurses to assistants. Without enough people in the system, nurses get overworked and tired. A group called Dwyer Workforce Development is stepping in. Th
This story looks at the real reasons some young women in Nigeria put off using birth control. Most are between 15 and 24 — an age when surprises, either wanted or unwanted, can change entire futures. Scientists wanted to know what pushes these decisions. At first glance, money and location pop up. B
Lawmakers in South Carolina aren’t just making headlines—they’re playing a risky game with the state’s money. A group of Republican politicians recently pushed to cut all funding for South Carolina State University, a historically Black college, after the school withdrew an invitation for Lt. Gov. P
Heavy drinking doesn’t just affect the liver—it also messes with the stomach’s natural defenses. Over time, alcohol strips away the gut’s protective mucus layer, making ulcers more likely. Many stomach medicines don’t work well because they either get destroyed in digestion or cause side effects. Th
Starting university is often seen as a fresh start, but it can also bring unexpected pressure. Many students face state anxiety—stress that shows up in the moment—when dealing with new routines, academic demands, and social changes. Some handle it well, while others find it hard to adjust. Research
Dutch hospitals started adding lifestyle desks in 2022 to give patients a single place where they can ask for non-medical help. Instead of just treating sickness, these desks try to link people to workshops, diet plans or stress programs run by local groups. In the beginning, every hospital set up i
Sunday’s baseball doubleheader between Boston College and NJIT wasn’t just another game—it was a rollercoaster of momentum swings, pitching changes, and clutch hits that kept fans on the edge of their seats. The Eagles, ranked 22nd in the nation, were looking to bounce back after a tough series at C
Downtown Bangor is getting a big upgrade with a $57. 8 million project to build a fresh YMCA center. Older buildings can’t always keep up with modern needs, so replacing the current 45, 000-square-foot space with a newer 82, 000-square-foot building makes sense. This isn’t just about bigger rooms—it
