Have you ever wondered how growing up affects how well you can focus and make decisions? Scientists recently explored this in a group of teenage girls. They found that girls who went through puberty earlier or later than their peers had different abilities in tasks that required quick thinking and f
Imagine being the person on the other end of the phone when someone calls about a stroke. That's the job of emergency medical dispatchers (EMDs). They're the first step in the stroke survival chain. They need to spot stroke patients quickly and get them help fast. But studies show they sometimes mis
A Texas judge recently said that Melissa Lucio might not be guilty of killing her daughter back in 2007. This judgment came after reviewing new evidence and finding that the original trial had some issues. The judge noted that prosecutors might have made mistakes by presenting false testimony and hi
Earl Albert from West Stockbridge, Massachusetts, has been through a tough time. He's the man who spent years growing the 74-foot tall Norway spruce that's this year's Rockefeller Center Christmas tree. Sadly, he recently had a stroke and is in the hospital. His family says he might not see his belo
The 19th century was a dynamic time for Latin America, marked by significant political shifts. Let's take a look at some key events and perspectives. Erik Ching's "Authoritarian El Salvador" dives into how military regimes took root in El Salvador from 1880 to 1940. The book explores the origins of
Imagine you're a teenager living in East London. Your happiness isn't just about what's happening at school or home, but also about where you live. A recent study used a cool method called Photovoice to understand what makes East London teens happy or sad. They took pictures and shared stories about
Get ready, Central America! Tropical Storm Sara is on its way, and it's packing a punch. This storm is expected to hit the Caribbean soon and could bring serious problems to parts of Central America. Scientists are warning that the storm might reach the US next week, so people living on the eastern
You know how sometimes people can see the same thing but have totally different opinions? That's what happened in New Hampshire recently. A group of lawmakers looked into how well the state handled the COVID pandemic. They couldn't agree on their findings. Five Republicans said the state's efforts d
Did you know that when hospitals grow their certified stroke centers, patients might get faster and better treatment? But here’s the thing: it's not clear how much this growth actually helps patients who already have good access to stroke care. Some experts believe it might not make much difference
Ever heard of the Mayo brothers? Dr. William James and Dr. Charles Horace Mayo might not be household names, but their work has definitely touched many lives. These two doctors started from humble beginnings and went on to create something incredible: the Mayo Clinic. The Mayo Clinic isn’t just ano
