Scientists are curious about how well two different tests measure the breakdown of collagen in urine after knee surgery. This study focused on patients who had their anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstructed. The tests, known as ELISAs, are used to detect the levels of a specific collagen fragm
Imagine your town has just faced one of the worst fires in recent history. Homes, businesses, and cars are reduced to ash. The cleanup is going to be a huge job. More than 12, 000 structures were destroyed in the blazes that swept through Los Angeles. And that's just the beginning. The EPA and Cali
Imagine this: a young, healthy woman who takes care of herself gets a shocking diagnosis. Siobhan Donovan, 33, had just finished a smooth pregnancy with her third child. She was active, ate well, and didn’t smoke. Then she found some swelling in her breast. It turned out to be metastatic breast canc
Colorectal cancer is a worldwide problem, but can screening really help and is it worth the cost? Researchers decided to find out by reviewing lots of studies about the benefits and costs of different screening methods in countries with varying income levels. They wanted to see if screening strategi
You might think that only being overweight can lead to high blood pressure. But hold on, there's more to it! A study of young African women found something surprising. It turns out that the amount of muscle you have can also affect your blood pressure. The study looked at 1, 162 women and found tha
Ever wondered why going to the movies is so much fun? Well, AMC Theatres has a new trick up their sleeve to make your moviegoing experience even better. They've just added a special level to their free Stubs Insider loyalty program. If you watch at least 8 movies or collect 5, 000 AMC Stubs points i
Last week, the NBA had to cancel a few games due to the wildfires in Los Angeles and bad weather in Atlanta. On Wednesday, the league announced new dates for some of those games. This change affects nine teams, including the Los Angeles Lakers, Los Angeles Clippers, Atlanta Hawks, Charlotte Hornets,
Imagine a world where bats, those winged creatures of the night, are busy munching on our agricultural pests. A recent study used weather radars to keep an eye on these helpful critters in California's Northern Central Valley during the peak season of 2019. This area is known for its valuable crops
Tuberculosis, often called TB, is a global health issue causing many deaths, with over 90% happening in low- to middle-income countries. One of the biggest problems is that people don't finish their TB treatment, which makes the disease worse and easier to spread. Researchers looked into ways to hel
Grubhub, a popular food delivery service in the U. S. , has joined forces with Olo, a tech company that helps restaurants manage online orders. They've decided to integrate Grubhub with Olo Dispatch, a feature that lets restaurants outsource deliveries. This means restaurants can now use Grubhub dri
