Ever wondered what happened to the popular weather frog on Google Weather? The Pixel Weather team finally answered this question on the Made by Google Podcast in October. It turns out, Froggy didn't fit the new design Google had in mind. The team shared that they faced a tough choice. Half of the u
Ever wondered how cancer cells trick the immune system into turning a blind eye? Well, there's an enzyme called Deltex E3 ubiquitin ligase 2, or DTX2, that does just that in liver cancer. Scientists found out that this enzyme helps cancer cells in the liver attract certain immune cells called neutro
Over the past 15 years, a lot has changed in how doctors diagnose and treat a liver disease called hepatic echinococcosis in Xinjiang, China. This disease is caused by a tiny worm. Researchers looked at data from six hospitals in the region from 2009 to 2023 and found some interesting trends. First
Taiwan’s president, Lai Ching-te, recently led a unique exercise. This wasn’t a typical military drill. Instead, it was a “tabletop” simulation. It involved not just the army but also government agencies and local groups. Why? To test how they’d handle potential escalations from China. You might be
Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME) is all about matching up what med students learn with what they'll actually do on the job. Entrustable Professional Activities (EPAs) are a big part of that, helping with feedback and growth. But what do the people involved—like doctors, nurses, and students
Santa Cruz Harbor, shaped like an hourglass, was built to protect boats. But recent storms have shown its weakness. The harbor suffered significant damage, with several docks broken and around 15 boats sinking. Repairs are estimated to cost at least $20 million, possibly more. Boat owners are being
Everyone knows that doctors and patients often talk about the future of a patient's health. But what about the very end? That's what a recent study in Taiwan looked into. It's the first time anyone has explored how cancer patients and their loved ones who care for them feel ready, both in their mind
Ever wondered how well certain meds work together to battle chronic migraines? A recent study dug into this, focusing on Atogepant and Botox. No, not the party trick, but the medical kind, also known as OnabotulinumtoxinA. So, what's the deal? Researchers took a look back at patient records to see
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently declared that the shortage of branded tirzepatide is over. This decision has significant implications for patients and compounding pharmacies. For patients like Willow Baillies, who relied on compounded, cheaper versions of the drug to manage weight lo
Evanston, a city in Illinois, has been making history with its reparations program. The program aims to rectify past racial injustices, specifically those that occurred between 1919 and 1969. During this time, the city pushed Black residents into a specific neighborhood and used discriminatory housi
