Ever pondered how scientists figure out if a virus is super contagious? They've got a clever trick using tiny, glow-in-the-dark molecules called probes. These probes latch onto the outer shell of viruses and light up when they attach. Scientists discovered that a snippet of protein from the flu viru
It was a busy morning for U. S. Treasury yields, which took a dip at the start of Tuesday. Why? Investors were processing some big news: President Donald Trump had returned to the White House and signed a bunch of new executive orders. The 10-year Treasury yield was down by over 2 basis points to 4.
A tragic fire has struck a popular ski resort in northwestern Turkey, taking the lives of 66 people and injuring 51 others. The blaze broke out early in the morning at a 12-story hotel in the Kartalkaya resort, Bolu province, trapping guests and forcing some to jump out of windows to escape. The hot
Have you ever wondered how doctors measure shoulder injuries? Well, it's not easy! One of the main problems in shoulder instability cases is a bone defect in the glenoid area. This isn't just a minor bump; it can seriously impact surgery results. Experts have been using various methods based on 3D-
Illegal cigarettes are a big problem in Ghana, stealing a chunk of the market that ranges from 10% to 35%. This isn't just a local issue—it's a cross-border affair. The reasons behind this black market are varied, including porous borders, little political interest, confusing tobacco taxes, industry
Have you ever considered how physicians in Chinese hospitals perceive the risks of patient aggression? It's a global issue, with healthcare professionals facing violence from patients and their relatives. While several risk factors are known, we don’t really understand which ones Chinese physicians
In Texas, three major airports near Houston are set to close for a day due to harsh winter weather. Houston Airports, which manages these airports, announced that all flights will be suspended from midnight on January 21. This decision is made to ensure safety with hazardous road conditions expected
In a significant blow to Georgia's poultry industry, state officials have temporarily halted all poultry activities after bird flu was found in a commercial operation. The discovery in Elbert County, confirmed by both the Georgia Department of Agriculture and the US Department of Agriculture, is the
Magnetic Resonance Imaging, or MRI, is an essential tool in healthcare around the world. But in the diverse landscapes of Asia and Oceania, ensuring its safe use is a big challenge. Why? Because there's no one-size-fits-all solution. Every country and clinic has its unique needs and issues. That's w
Imagine you're living with a skin condition like atopic dermatitis, hidradenitis suppurativa, pemphigus, or psoriasis. How does it affect your daily life? Researchers recently explored this question by comparing how patients with these conditions rate their health-related quality of life (HRQoL). Th
