The Dallas Police Department is facing a big challenge. They need more officers, but adding too many at once could cause problems. The department wants to hire 300 new cops by the end of this year, not 325. Why? Because hiring more than 300 would mean taking 40 officers off the streets to train the
Menopause is a natural phase in a woman's life, but it can bring some unwanted changes. Estrogen, a hormone, plays a big role in keeping bones strong, skin healthy, and the heart and brain in good shape. When estrogen levels drop during menopause, it can lead to issues like hot flashes, wrinkles, dr
Iron deficiency anemia (IDA) and chronic headaches, like migraines and tension headaches, are common health issues that can greatly affect daily life. Recent studies suggest that these two conditions might be closely linked, with each one potentially influencing the other. To explore this c
During the COVID-19 lockdowns, a 13-year-old boy from India faced a serious health issue. He struggled with severe muscle weakness, especially in his lower body. His body ached all over, and he had trouble walking. He even had to use his hands to climb up from a seated position. This condition is kn
Pompe disease is a tough one. It's a rare condition that kids inherit, and it messes with the body's ability to break down sugar. This leads to a lot of muscle problems. Researchers wanted to find out how this disease affects kids' daily lives and how tired they feel. They did this by asking the kid
Kids need certain vitamins and minerals as part of their diet to grow up strong and healthy. When babies and young children do not get enough vitamin B12, a serious problem can come up. Those early signs of a vitamin B 12 shortfall include tremors, developmental delays and anemia. Some children ma
In places where floods are common and water data is hard to find, like Samar in the Philippines, figuring out how much water is lost through evaporation is a big challenge. Scientists decided to find out if some important climate factors have a direct effect on this water loss. They used a special t
Rare gene problem called Aromatic L-amino acid decarboxylase deficiency (AADCd) makes it tough for kids to move and learn. It gets in the way of their coordination, balance, and brain development. AADCd affects a small number of people but can cause big problems. Think of it as a roadblock on the pa
A lot of people don't realize that vitamin D deficiency is a big deal, especially for babies who are only breastfed, Breastfeeding is great, but if moms aren't getting enough vitamin D, their babies can have some serious issues. Babies who are born to mothers who are low on vitamin D can fa
Guantánamo bay isn't winning any popularity contests these days. It has always been used as a fortress for the government. Why do people flee their homes? They do this to escape persecution and fear. They were seen as criminals by many. They most likely had to do something terrible or they would
