The annual White House Correspondents’ Dinner is a big event. It is a night where reporters and government officials come together. It is supposed to be fun and light-hearted. But lately, it has become tense and political. This year, the dinner is on April 26th. The White House Correspondents’ Assoc
In the world of medicine, sometimes the first fix isn't the last. Take gallbladder surgery, for example. When the gallbladder is severely inflamed, doctors might opt for a partial removal, known as subtotal cholecystectomy. This method is handy in tough cases, but it's not without risks. One major i
The idea that the United States might one day annex Canada might seem like a sudden, bizarre notion. However, this idea has been around for a long time, even before the United States became a country. Many familiar names from American history have been involved in these attempts. The approaches have
Health expenses in the final year of someone's life are a big deal. It can be a puzzle to figure out what makes these costs go up. It is important to understand what drives up the cost of health services in the final year of life. It is a complex issue. It is not just about the year someone pass
In the world of heart health, there's a rare but serious condition called Brugada syndrome. People with this syndrome are at high risk of sudden cardiac arrest. For years, doctors have relied on a device called an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator, or ICD, to save lives. This device is inser
Citric acid is a big deal. It's everywhere, from your favorite drinks to your skincare products. This tiny molecule is the most used organic acid on the planet. It's not just about taste or smell. It's about health, too. Citric acid is a key player in the pharmaceutical world. Why is citric acid so
The Rajpardi lignite mine in Gujarat, India, is home to a thriving world of microbes. These tiny organisms play a big role in the environment. To understand their impact, researchers used a method called metagenomics. This involves sequencing the DNA of all the microbes in a sample to see what they
Mental health treatment is crucial, but it often overlooks physical health problems. These physical issues can be quite common among psychiatric patients. A recent effort aimed to address this by checking how easy it is to include medical check-ups for patients in psychiatric hospitals. The goal was
Cervical cancer is a major health issue worldwide, even with all the progress made in screening and prevention. The way countries handle cervical cancer screening is all over the place. Some nations are still stuck with old-school methods, like cytology. This is surprising, given the solid evidence
Injuries to the second neck bone, known as the axis, can be tricky to treat. Why? Because many factors can influence how doctors decide to fix them. A recent effort tried to make sense of all these factors by looking at past studies. They found some interesting patterns. First, let's talk about axi
