Gorillas in U. S. zoos are facing a serious health issue. Cardiometabolic disease, a big problem for these animals, is linked to changes in their gut bacteria. Scientists studied fecal samples from 57 gorillas across various zoos and wild habitats. They found that gorillas in U. S. zoos have the mos
Two surgical methods, one-hole split endoscopy (OSE) and unilateral biportal endoscopy (UBE), are being compared to see which is better for treating lumbar degenerative disease. This comparison is important for doctors to make informed decisions about which method to use. Lumbar degenerativ
Silicosis is a serious lung condition caused by breathing in silica dust over a long period. It leads to scarring and damage in the lungs, making it hard to breathe. This disease is tough to treat, and scientists are still trying to figure out how it works. One protein, called OC-STAMP, has
Online learning has become a big part of education, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. But it's not always easy. Students often feel lonely, which can lead to serious problems like social media addiction and depression. Researchers are paying close attention to this issue. Loneliness can make
Charlize's father was a sick man, battling alcoholism throughout her life. She only knew him as an alcoholic. This was a tough reality for her to face. Growing up in South Africa during that time, there wasn't much support for families dealing with addiction. People didn't talk about it openly. It
There's a new player in the fight against some of the most aggressive forms of uterine cancer. Uterine serous carcinoma and carcinosarcoma are known for being tough to treat and having poor survival rates. These cancers are types of endometrial cancer, which starts in the lining of the uterus. Docto
People with HIV-1 often face lung infections. Many germs can cause these infections. But, how these germs affect the health of these people is not well understood. A study followed a group of people with HIV-1 and lung infections for 180 days. The goal was to see if certain germs made their heal
In a significant ruling, a federal judge in Baltimore stepped in to stop President Donald Trump's attempts to end federal support for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs. The judge's decision came after a lawsuit filed by several groups, including the city of Baltimore and higher educati
In a small town in western New York, a 27 year old man from New Jersey was found guilty of attempted murder. The man, Hadi Matar, was convicted for the brutal stabbing of the famous author Salman Rushdie. This attack took place at a cultural retreat called the Chautauqua Institution. The author w
The U. S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced that the long-standing shortage of semaglutide, the active ingredient in Novo Nordisk's weight loss injection Wegovy and diabetes treatment Ozempic, has finally been resolved. This decision comes after more than two years of scarcity, which
