The moon is back in the spotlight, with new efforts pushing for regular exploration and discovery. These missions, driven by private companies, are all about landing safely and delivering important scientific tools. The goal is to answer big questions about our lunar neighbor. These missions are par
The opioid crisis has been a major public health issue since 2017. It is still a big problem. During this time, there were 164 disasters that cost 1 billion dollars or more. These events can be very tough on people who use drugs. But, how well do opioid treatment programs handle these disasters? Thi
Samsung is all set to reveal its latest innovation, the Galaxy S25 Edge, on May 12th at 8 PM ET. This upcoming slim phone has been the talk of the town since its teaser in January. The company's blog post hinted at a few details, but the main event will be the virtual Unpacked event. So, what's the
Pompe disease is a genetic condition. It is caused by problems in the GAA gene. This leads to a lack of an enzyme called lysosomal acid α-glucosidase. This enzyme is crucial for breaking down glycogen in cells. Without it, glycogen builds up and causes harm. The number of people with Pompe disease
In Singapore, a group of older adults living in affordable homes shared their journeys of staying healthy and happy. They talked about their struggles and triumphs in focus groups. These chats helped shape a plan to support successful aging in their community. The group had 97 members, all aged 60
In a bold move, legal representatives from 19 states and Washington, D. C. , have taken the Trump administration to court. They are fighting against deep cuts to the U. S. Health and Human Services agency. The states argue that these cuts have harmed essential health programs and left them to deal
The Latino community in Santa Clara County faces serious health challenges. These issues are not new, but a recent health assessment has brought them into sharp focus. The report highlights that Latinos in the county experience higher rates of gun violence, obesity, and deaths from diabetes and hear
New York City has a new strategy for dealing with crime. It is not about stopping it before it happens. Instead, it is about reacting to it after it starts. This is the Panic Button Doctrine. The city plans to spend $1. 6 million to install these buttons in 500 bodegas. Each button costs $3, 200. Th
The Chippewa Valley was buzzing with sports action on Friday, May 2nd. The weather might have been damp, but the spirit of competition was not dampened. The day was packed with exciting events across various sports. The Fall Creek softball team continued their winning streak in the Cloverbelt-West
The idea of letting private school students join public school sports teams is gaining traction. This proposal is up for debate in several places across the United States and even in parts of Canada. The main idea is to give all students, regardless of where they go to school, a shot at playing on a
