Texas is facing a significant measles outbreak, with the virus spreading to San Marcos and San Antonio. The Hays County Health Department issued a warning after a person from Gaines County, who tested positive for measles, visited San Marcos on February 14. This individual was in San Marcos from 3 p
This flu season has been particularly tough on California, with over 900 people losing their lives, including 15 children. This is one of the worst flu outbreaks in recent years. Most of those who died were over 64, but the number of children who have passed away is alarming. Four more kids died fro
The world of dentistry is buzzing with the rise of large language models (LLMs) in artificial intelligence (AI). These AI models are popping up everywhere, but can they really be trusted? This study dives into the world of AI in paediatric dentistry. It checks out how well six different LLMs can dia
Older Latinos in the US often face higher risks of heart disease. This isn't just about genes or age. It's also about how much they've adopted American culture, a process called acculturation. This isn't just about language or food. It's about how they live their daily lives, like how much they move
Microsoft's latest move has sparked some confusion. Users are seeing a login prompt when they open Notepad. This is not a sign that Notepad itself requires a Microsoft account. The login is for a new feature called Copilot. Copilot is integrated into Notepad. It is designed to help users with t
Ever found yourself stuck in a doctor's waiting room, watching the clock tick away? What if you could skip the wait and get medical help right from your phone? That's the idea behind mHealth, or mobile health. It's like having a doctor in your pocket, ready to help anytime, anywhere. So, why isn't e
A director made a mistake at a big party. Ali Abbasi, who works on a movie about Donald Trump, is in hot water. He touched someone in a way that made them uncomfortable at the Golden Globes. He said he was just being friendly, but he quickly realized he messed up. He apologized right away and again
Imagine this: nearly 100 people, mostly kids, are sick with measles. This is not a story from a far-off land or a distant past. This is happening right now in Texas and New Mexico. It's a stark reminder that measles, a disease we thought we had under control, is making a comeback. The ou
In a surprising turn of events, the Associated Press (AP) has taken legal action against three officials from the Trump administration. The lawsuit, filed in a Washington, D. C. federal court, challenges the White House's decision to limit AP's access to presidential events. This move comes after th
The CDC recently made some big changes to its vaccine efforts. The agency has decided to pause a public meeting of its vaccine advisory committee for the time being. This isn't the only change. The CDC has also decided to stop a campaign that was encouraging people to get their flu shots. This campa
