Imagine this: a man in Brazil received his third Pfizer COVID-19 shot and soon after, his intestinal lymph nodes started to inflame. This isn't the typical reaction to the vaccine. Usually, lymph nodes near the injection site swell up a bit. But in this case, it was the mesenteric lymph nodes, locat
Imagine having a voice that doesn't feel like your own. This is the reality for many gender diverse individuals. Their voices can make them uncomfortable, and this discomfort can seriously impact their mental wellbeing. A major goal of gender affirming healthcare is to help with this. Speech patholo
You might be thinking, "What's the big deal about some agreement? " Well, this one's pretty important! It lets Trump's team talk to government workers and get some secret info before he becomes president again. This means less chaos when he takes over on January 20th. But hold up, Trump's team isn't
At the Assumption of the Theotokos Cathedral in Glendale, the African Community Center hosted a Thanksgiving dinner that brought together over 900 refugees and locals. They enjoyed dishes from various countries like Ukraine, Ethiopia, and Syria. The event wasn't just about food; it was a moment to e
Dengue fever is a growing concern worldwide, and there's no comprehensive vaccine or medication to stop it. This review looked at how scientists in Africa are using math and stats to predict dengue outbreaks and the mosquitoes that spread it. They searched through studies from databases like PubMed
Imagine sitting down with a book that dishes out revelations about world leaders like it's no big deal. That's what you get with Angela Merkel's new book. Let's dive into some of the juiciest bits. Picture this: it's 2014, and Russian President Vladimir Putin is on the phone with Merkel. He's denyi
Three politicians from Massachusetts have asked the Pentagon’s top boss to think about grounding the military’s V-22 Ospreys until safety issues are fixed. These planes, which can fly like both a helicopter and an airplane, have been involved in over 21 major crashes. Many of these accidents are lin
Did you know that alcohol can cause cancer? While a lot of research has been done in rich countries, not much is known about how big a problem this is in poorer countries. It's a serious issue that affects people differently based on where they live and how much money they have. Alcohol can lead to
In a surprising twist, the Philippines is now dealing with a major clash between its president and vice president, which is putting the country's democracy to the test. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Vice President Sara Duterte, despite winning elections together, have seen their alliance crumbl
Dana White, the dynamic leader of the UFC, has always been known for his unyielding passion and dedication. As he crossed the threshold into his 50s, he started to notice some changes in his health that gave him pause. With a wake-up call from his own body, he decided it was time to make some big ch
