Scientists have found a key protein in the sticky stuff that holds together sludge granules in seawater. This protein might be the reason these granules stay strong and can remove phosphate from water. The granules were grown in a special reactor using seawater and acetate, a common carbon source. T
Mayor Brandon Johnson is once again at a crossroads, needing to pick a new leader for the Zoning Committee. This time, the decision is even more crucial as it's his third attempt. The current leader, Ald. Walter Burnett, is stepping down, leaving a big void. This isn't just any committee; it's one o
Heart failure is a big deal, especially for folks over 50. It's a top reason people end up in the hospital, and it can make life pretty tough. There's a treatment called Cardiac Resynchronisation Therapy (CRT) that can really help, but not enough doctors are using it. The usual ways to get doctors t
Cancer treatment is expensive. Radiation therapy is a common treatment, but not everyone pays the same price. This is a big problem. Why does this happen? One reason is location. Where you live affects how much you pay. In some areas, radiation therapy costs more than in others. This is unfair, but
People often think about health in terms of physical well-being. But what about the mind and spirit? Spirituality plays a big role in how people cope with life's challenges. Yet, spiritual care in everyday healthcare settings is still catching up. Chaplains are stepping in to bridge this gap. They
Time-based networks, like social media or online shopping platforms, show how connections change over time. Lately, scientists have focused on creating better models to understand these networks. But there's a catch: they haven't paid much attention to the quality of the "wrong" examples used to tra
In Norway, there's a big push to help people who've gone through something terrible: rape. Right after such a traumatic event, getting the right support can make a huge difference. That's where specialized centers come in. These places offer help, but how well they work isn't always clear. A recent
Researchers have been digging into the lives of 19th-century migrants to South Australia. They used a special way of looking at things called a Complex Adaptive Systems (CAS) framework. This helps them see how different factors connect and affect each other. It's like putting together a puzzle with
Ever notice how some folks breeze through tough times while others crumble? It might not be luck or strength. It could be their happiness levels. When someone generally feels content, small daily problems don't weigh them down as much. This isn't about momentary joy. It's about how overall happiness
Pregnancy is a time of big choices, especially when it comes to prenatal tests. These tests can tell expectant mothers a lot about their baby's health, but they're not always easy to understand or decide on. A recent study looked at how much pregnant women in Türkiye know about these tests and what
