Paxlovid, a clever mix of nirmatrelvir and ritonavir, made headlines as it became the first approved oral treatment for those with mild-to-moderate COVID-19 symptoms. This combination is designed to tackle the virus with minimal fuss. Everything works quite well using two main actors in the body: t
Our drinking water is facing a big problem. For years, some chemicals have been lurking in our water. These chemicals are called PFAS and they are used in many everyday items. PFAS are very tough and don’t break down easily. This makes them useful for things like non-stick pans and water-resistan
Helicobacter pylori is a type of bacteria that lives in the stomach. It's known for causing ulcers and can even trigger cancer. One way it does this is by causing something called "gastric intestinal metaplasia" (GIM). GIM is a big deal because it's a step towards stomach cancer. Scientists fou
People have been looking into the why's of a type of drug called varenicline and how it can help in the smoking cessation process. A lot of people have been wondering about how varenicline, also called smoking aversion, works to help people quit smoking, and if it works before someone quits. These
First, imagine having a tool that lets you create two different useful compounds from the same starting materials. This new method can do just that with benzimidazoles. It makes two different types of products by tweaking the conditions. The process involves some complex steps like breakin
These days adults in Germany have a higher rate of non-communicable diseases. Doctors have to put aside ideas that exercise isn't important. It's really important for keeping diseases away. It's also a must in not making diseases worse. The key is to get these adults to have a consistent exercise ro
Did you know that exercise might help people with cancer walk further and feel less tired? This is what a group of researchers wanted to find out. They looked back at a program that combined physical exercise with education. The program's main goal was to enhance the walking ability and energy of ca
Gaza, a small strip of land between Egypt and Israel, is a hot topic for former President Trump. Recently, top officials in his administration had differing views on Trump's comments. Trump suggests that the U. S. might take control of Gaza and help rebuild it, but without troops or taxpayer funds.
Asteroids are a constant presence in our solar system, but one in particular has scientists on edge. Bennu, a 500-metre-wide space rock, has a slim chance of colliding with Earth in 2182, but what if it does? Scientists in South Korea have used powerful computers to simulate this scenario. Let's bre
The film Emilia has a good chance to win the award at the Goya Awards. This award is Spain's answer to the Oscars. The main star, Karla, won't be there at the big event on Saturday. This decision came after some messy backlash. It all started when some old social media posts by Karla surfaced. Thes
