Imagine this: using psychedelic substances to ease the journey at the end of life. That's what some people are exploring. This isn't about getting high or escaping reality. Instead, it's about finding comfort and peace when facing the ultimate challenge. Picture this: a person with a terminal illnes
Ever think about what's really inside the pills you're taking? You might be surprised to learn that many medicines and anesthetics contain hidden animal parts. This can be a big deal for people with certain religious beliefs, who might prefer to avoid these ingredients. The weird thing is, there's n
The recent wildfires in California have been devastating. Thousands of homes are gone, and sadly, 24 lives have been lost. It's not just the local communities that are affected—the entertainment world is feeling the heat too. Several projects and events, like the Producers Guild nominations and Megh
Meghan Markle, known for her role in the TV show Suits, has put her upcoming Netflix series "With Love, Meghan" on hold. This decision comes after she was seen helping those affected by the wildfires in Los Angeles. The show, which was set to premiere on January 15, will now start on March 4. Meghan
Tumors are tricky because they don't all look the same. This makes it tough to hit them with the right medicine. But scientists have found a clever way to use inflammation to guide special cells called neutrophils, which carry drugs, right to the tumor site. They do this by causing a tiny, controlle
When Los Angeles faced devastating wildfires, celebrities stepped up to offer support. Jamie Lee Curtis was the first to pledge a generous $1 million from her family foundation. Jennifer Garner, who lost friends to the fires, volunteered with Chef José Andrés's World Central Kitchen to help her comm
An Ohio Congressman, Warren Davidson, suggests halting disaster relief for California until the state changes its forest management practices. He argues this during a discussion about federal aid needed to prevent a government shutdown. In 2025, a relief act allocated $110 billion for hurricane-hit
Wildfires have turned the Los Angeles region into a disaster zone. Thousands of acres burned, structures destroyed, and people displaced. The government stepped in to help, and so did people from around the world. But how can you make a real difference without falling victim to scams? Long-term hel
Think of the wheelchair service delivery process (SDP) as a giant machine with lots of moving parts. With so many pieces, it's easy for things to go wrong. Stakeholders in the United States were asked about how well this machine is working. The results? Not so great. A survey showed that most people
Imagine this: over half the world's population carries a tiny, spiral-shaped bacterium called Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori). While it's well-known, its impact on people with severe obesity getting a type of weight-loss surgery called laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) is still a bit of a myster
