The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is facing serious challenges. This year, the agency experienced severe budget cuts, staff reductions, and even physical damage to its headquarters. Over 500 bullets were fired at the building, targeting the scientists and public health experts ins
Pregnancy changes a lot in a woman's body. These changes can make expecting mothers more likely to develop a serious condition called euglycemic diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). This is a tricky form of DKA. It happens when blood sugar levels are normal or only slightly high, but the body is still in da
A raccoon in Annapolis has tested positive for rabies, prompting health officials in Anne Arundel County to issue a warning. The raccoon was found on Melvin Road, near Ferry Point Road, and anyone who may have come into contact with it is urged to reach out to the Department of Health. Rabies is a
Blunt cerebrovascular injury (BCVI) is a tricky topic. The numbers and facts about it are all over the place. This makes it hard to know what's really going on. A recent study tried to make sense of it all. They looked at data from the Trauma Quality Improvement Program. The goal was to understand B
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is about to see a change at the top. Art Kleinschmidt, who has been acting as the head of the agency, is set to leave his position this Friday. This news comes as no surprise to those following the agency, as it has been operatin
In 2024, the U. S. saw a slight decrease in suicide rates, a small but significant shift after years of climbing numbers. The CDC reports that around 48, 800 people died by suicide, which is about 500 fewer than the previous year. This means the rate dropped to 13. 7 deaths per 100, 000 people, down
Doctors are swamped with patient referrals. It's a big job, and if things get delayed, patients might get hurt. So, how can we make this process better? Some people think artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning could help. But before we jump in, we need to make sure the system is safe and
In Palestine, families often step up to care for relatives with dementia. This task is tough, but many find comfort in their faith. A recent study looked into how Muslim caregivers use spirituality to handle the challenges. The study involved talking to 21 adult children who care for parents with d
Shoulder pain and limited movement can be tough to deal with. Two common surgeries to fix this are total shoulder arthroplasty (TSA) and hemiarthroplasty (HA). But which one works better in the long run? A big study was done to find out. It involved people from different countries and hospitals. Th
In South Carolina, measles is spreading quickly. This is mostly happening in one church and a few schools in Spartanburg county. Health officials say 111 people have gotten sick. Most of these people were not vaccinated. Some were only partially vaccinated. Over 250 people are now in quarantine. Thi
