Patients are becoming more involved in creating new medicines. This is a big deal because their input can make a real difference. However, not everyone understands how valuable this is from the patient's point of view. There are some clear benefits. Patients feel more in control. Trials can be bett
In Somalia, a recent study looked at how faith impacts the lives of people on hemodialysis. Researchers wanted to see if religious beliefs could improve their quality of life. They surveyed 174 patients over three months. The findings were interesting. Patients who used religion to cope with their
In the world of sugarcane, there's a sneaky bacterium called Xanthomonas albilineans that causes leaf scald disease. It's a tiny troublemaker with a small genome, which might be why it's so good at living inside plants. Scientists recently took a close look at what this bacterium is doing inside sug
At Bondi Beach, a horrifying event unfolded, leaving many dead and injured. Amidst the chaos, a few individuals took extraordinary actions. An elderly couple, Boris and Sofia Gurman, tried to disarm one of the attackers but lost their lives. Reuven Morrison, a 62-year-old grandfather, threw bricks a
Peas are in trouble. A sneaky enemy lurks beneath the soil, threatening their very roots. This foe is not one but many, a team of tiny troublemakers working together to cause root rot. It's a big problem for pea farmers, making it hard to grow these tasty legumes. Scientists are stepping in to help
In 2026, Austin, Minnesota, will be a hub for political engagement when the Mower County DFL hosts its caucuses. This event is a golden opportunity for residents to actively participate in shaping their local political landscape. The caucuses will take place at the Ruby Rupner Auditorium in the Jay
The US government is planning to spend $1. 6 million on a study in Guinea-Bissau, a country in West Africa where nearly one in five adults has hepatitis B. The study will look at whether giving the hepatitis B vaccine to newborns is safe and effective. But many researchers are calling this study une
In Des Moines, a white Christmas is not a sure thing. Only about half the time, there's at least an inch of snow on the ground on Christmas Day. This has been the case since records began in 1939. Recently, it's been even less common, with just three official white Christmases since 2015. But what
A recent weather system has caused serious problems across the U. S. A man lost his life, and two kids were badly hurt in Idaho due to extreme winds and freezing temperatures. The man died when a tree fell on his house, while the children were injured when trees and power lines came down in Twin Fal
Psychopathy is often linked to negative behaviors in romantic relationships. But does it directly harm the well-being of partners? This question has been hard to answer. Two studies tried to figure it out. They used big data and strong methods to see how psychopathic traits affect partners over time
