Nepal is looking at new ways to protect babies from RSV, a nasty virus. The World Health Organization has two ideas: vaccines for moms or special antibodies for infants. These are already used in rich countries, but Nepal needs to check if they make sense for their budget. RSV can be really bad for babies, especially in places like Nepal where healthcare isn't alway...
In 2008, city leaders across the U. S. got a harsh lesson. They saw what a nuclear blast could do to their home. It was a wake-up call. But did they act? Not really. Now, years later, most cities still don't have a plan. That's a big problem. The Cold War ended, but the fear of nuclear attack didn't go away. People just stopped thinking about it. It's like ignoring ...
Hospitals have always been on the front lines during emergencies. But recent events, like the COVID-19 pandemic and natural disasters, have shown that they are not always ready. Many studies before the pandemic pointed out gaps in how hospitals prepare for crises. These gaps became clear during the pandemic and other recent disasters, like hurricanes, earthquakes, wi...
There's a lot of uncertainty around who's managing the money in La Grange. Until recently, Suzy Mika was listed as the finance director on the village's website, even though she left her job six months ago. After some questions were asked, her name was taken down and replaced with Annmarie Mampe, who's working as a contract finance director. Annmarie Mampe has a sim...
Software sprawl is a big headache for HR, IT, and Finance teams. A recent study found that most departments use more than three software tools. This means a lot of time and money is wasted on managing these tools instead of focusing on important work. The study also found that many teams spend a quarter of their time on boring admin tasks. They wish they could just ...
California is bracing for a significant weather event. A powerful atmospheric river is heading towards the state, starting in the north on November 12 and moving south the following day. This weather pattern could bring heavy rain, thunderstorms, and potential flooding to coastal areas. The recent King Tides have already caused flooding issues along the central and ...
In a surprising turn of events, a trial involving two brothers from MIT ended without a clear answer. The case was about a huge sum of money, $25 million, linked to cryptocurrency. The brothers, James and Anton Peraire-Bueno, were accused of fraud and money laundering. But after three days, the jury couldn't agree on a verdict. This is not the first time this year th...
The Greensboro Fire Department recently welcomed a new member to their team, but this one is not a human. It's a puppy! This little furball is not just a pet. It has a big job to do. The puppy will grow up to be a firehouse dog. This is a big deal. It's not every day that a fire department gets a new puppy. The puppy is a Labrador Retriever. Labs are known for being...
The holiday shopping rush can be overwhelming and often leads to stress and impulsive buys. But it doesn't have to be this way. Instead of getting caught up in the chaos, shoppers can make smarter choices that benefit their health and well-being. By focusing on quality over quantity, people can avoid the usual pitfalls of holiday shopping. One way to do this is by c...
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under President Donald Trump is taking a different approach to environmental protection. Instead of focusing on regulations, they are encouraging innovation. EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin shared his thoughts on this new direction during an event with Breitbart News. Zeldin has seen firsthand how high the standards for environ...