In Queensland, Australia, a recent look into medical records of people who had their first psychotic episode showed something interesting. Before they were referred to early psychosis services, only a small number of these individuals were prescribed stimulants or medicinal cannabis. But after their
Brazil's gold mining history has left a messy mark. Mercury, used to extract gold, has polluted the environment in ways that are hard to undo. This isn't just a problem for nature; it's a health risk for people too. Mercury gets into the environment in three main ways. First, new mercury is added d
Three months after Charlie Kirk's tragic death, the Justice Department is exploring unique legal avenues to charge his alleged killer, Tyler Robinson. The focus is on whether Robinson's actions can be classified as an anti-Christian hate crime, a move that has sparked debate among legal experts. Ro
Belarus has taken a significant step by freeing 123 individuals, including notable opposition figures Maria Kolesnikova and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Ales Bialiatski. This move comes after discussions in Minsk with the US special envoy, John Coale, representing President Donald Trump. The US has re
In the early hours of Saturday, Russia launched a massive attack on Odesa, Ukraine's largest Black Sea port. The assault, which included drones and missiles, targeted energy and industrial sites, causing widespread power outages. Hospitals and water stations had to rely on generators to keep running
Exercise is good for your heart and kidneys, but too much can cause problems. The kidneys work hard to keep your body balanced during physical activity. They adjust blood flow and filter waste. But if you push too hard, especially in hot weather or without enough water, your kidneys can get stressed
A woman was hurt in a sudden attack at Macy's in Manhattan. The incident happened in the bathroom while she was changing her baby's diaper. The suspect, Kerri Aherne, was recently released from a psychiatric hospital. Aherne, 43, was arrested and will stay in jail without bail. She told police that
RFK Jr. has been making waves in public health, and not in a good way. He's been shaking things up at the Health and Human Services (HHS) since February, and the results aren't pretty. His actions have been more about pushing personal beliefs than improving public health. First off, he fired all 17
In the U. S. , many people who voted for Donald Trump are feeling the pinch of higher prices. But they don't blame the president. Instead, they point fingers at big companies and the overall economy. Take Ron Dailey, a 63-year-old from Denver. He's noticed that eating out is getting more expensive.
Dementia care is going through a big change. Doctors can now tell patients exactly what is causing their memory problems. This is a huge deal because before, it was hard to know for sure. Now, with new tests, doctors can see what is happening in the brain and tell patients if they have Alzheimer's o
