John Mankey Riggs, a name not widely known today, was a pioneer in the dental field. Born in Connecticut, he initially set out to become a church minister. However, he switched paths and enrolled at Jefferson Medical College. After a year, he left the college and became an apprentice to dentist Hora
Researchers are digging into spit to find clues about gum disease. They want to spot trouble early. Gum disease can be mild or severe. It's a big deal for oral health. The study looked at proteins in saliva. These proteins are part of the TAM pathway. The goal was to see if these proteins could tel
This Sunday, football fans are in for a treat as the New England Patriots and Buffalo Bills face off in a high-stakes AFC East battle. The Patriots are on a mission to reclaim their division title after six long years, while the Bills are fighting to stay in the playoff hunt. The Bills are slight f
The NFL season is heating up, and teams are fighting to make it to the playoffs. With Week 15 on the horizon, three teams—the Denver Broncos, New England Patriots, and Los Angeles Rams—are in the spotlight. They have a shot at clinching their spots in the postseason this week. The Denver Broncos, w
As the 2025 NFL season heats up, Week 15 is a big deal. Nine teams are already out of the running for the playoffs. But this weekend, three spots could be locked in. The New England Patriots could win the AFC East for the first time in six years. The Kansas City Chiefs, who have been AFC Championsh
Mike Vrabel, a former Patriot player, is now leading the team as head coach. He has brought changes to the team's culture and traditions. One of these changes is the end of the "Hat and T-shirt Game. " The "Hat and T-shirt Game" was a tradition where players would receive special gear after winning
Nurses are the backbone of the Veterans Health Administration (VHA), the biggest employer of nurses in the U. S. With over 120, 000 nurses caring for more than 9 million veterans, their role is huge. But there's a catch: not enough research has been done to make nursing care even better within the V
A man from northern Virginia has been taken into custody for allegedly planting pipe bombs near the Democratic and Republican national headquarters in Washington, D. C. , just before the Capitol riot on January 6, 2021. The suspect, identified as 30-year-old Brian Cole Jr. from Woodbridge, Virginia,
People are starting to see the value of perioperative care. It makes surgery outcomes better, cuts costs, and makes patients happier. But there's a catch. Many patients don't stick to these programs. Why? Well, they often don't get a say in how these programs are designed. Plus, things like getting
Every year, Pantone's Color Institute picks a color that reflects the mood of the times. For 2026, they chose "Cloud Dancer, " a soft white that feels calm and peaceful. This shade is all about finding balance in a world that's always buzzing with technology and noise. The experts at Pantone think
