Alice Wong, a prominent writer and disability rights activist, has passed away at the age of 51. She was known for her unwavering dedication to making the world a better place for people with disabilities. Wong founded the Disability Visibility Project, a platform that gave a voice to the disabled c
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has seen a lot of changes lately. David Richardson, who was temporarily in charge, stepped down after just six months. This happened around the same time that President Trump suggested shutting down FEMA after the hurricane season. Richardson's time at
A recent standoff between Bon Secours, a major healthcare provider in the Upstate region, and Humana, a significant insurance company, has finally been resolved. This agreement, effective from January 1st, ensures that 16, 245 patients will continue to receive coverage for services under Bon Secours
China and Japan are in a bit of a tiff, and it's starting to affect their movie industries. Recently, China decided to put a hold on releasing some Japanese films. This isn't just about movies, though. It's tied to a bigger argument between the two countries. A few weeks ago, Japan's Prime Minister
Data is becoming a big help in the fight against germs. But just having data isn't enough. The real challenge is using it in the right way. Right now, there's a lot we don't know about what infectious disease control (IDC) experts need from data to do their jobs better. Using data in IDC is still n
Teens in Ireland have varied routines when it comes to brushing their teeth. Some are consistent, while others often miss it. This is particularly true for teens with autism and intellectual disabilities. But it's not just their condition causing this. Other factors are at play. For instance, some
People with chronic kidney disease (CKD) often face a higher chance of early death. But what if managing multiple risk factors could change that? A study set out to find out if controlling these risks could lower the extra mortality linked to CKD. First, it's important to understand that CKD is a s
In today's world, social media influencers have a big say in what people think. But should they be allowed to talk about any topic, even if they're not experts? Some countries, like China and South Korea, are trying to limit who can discuss certain subjects online. China has introduced a new rule.
Autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, and lupus are tough to treat. Current treatments just calm down the immune system's attack on the body, but they don't fix the root cause. This means patients often face a lifetime of expensive medications, injections, or infusions w
Ever wondered if the world around us is just a huge, complex computer program? Some smart folks are trying to figure that out. They're using something called algorithmic complexity to see if the world follows a pattern, like a code. Think of it as trying to see if nature is just a super complicated
