The Clinical Assessment Scale in Autoimmune Encephalitis, or CASE, is a tool that doctors use to gauge how bad the disease feels in patients. Yet nobody had decided what change on this scale actually signals a real improvement or worsening. Researchers set out to fill that gap by looking at a gro
Elephants are known for their intelligence and social behavior, but their trunks are also quite remarkable. These trunks are not just for show; they are packed with tactile nerves and covered in about 1, 000 whiskers. These whiskers are not like those of other animals. They have unique features that
In the eastern part of India, a single-tusked elephant has been causing chaos. Over the past few weeks, it has killed 22 people in Jharkhand. The elephant has been moving around at night, attacking villages in the West Singhbhum district. The first attack happened on January 1st in Bandijhari villag
The elephant apple tree, a tropical powerhouse, has been a staple in traditional medicine for centuries. This isn't just any ordinary plant; it's loaded with beneficial compounds like flavonoids, tannins, saponins, and triterpenoids. These compounds are like the tree's secret weapons, offering a ran
Oregon State University has a new head coach, and his name is JaMarcus Shephard. This move comes after the school decided to part ways with Trent Bray, following a rough start to the season. Shephard brings a lot to the table. He was an assistant head coach and co-offensive coordinator at Alabama. T
Jon Gosselin has decided to walk down the aisle again. This time, he married his longtime girlfriend, Stephanie Lebo, in a small, private ceremony in Pennsylvania. The event took place at The Barn at Silverstone in Lancaster, with around 180 close friends and family members present. Not all of Jon'
A unique genetic mutation linked to a severe skin disorder might have deeper historical roots than previously thought. The mutation, c. 6527insC, is connected to recessive dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa (RDEB), a rare condition causing painful blisters. This mutation is surprisingly common among R
The COVID-19 pandemic forced many industries to adapt, and healthcare was no exception. One area that saw a big shift was telepharmacy, where pharmacists provide services over the phone. This wasn't a brand-new idea, but the pandemic gave it a huge push. Before COVID-19, telepharmacy was already he
Brain scans using electroencephalography (EEG) have been a hot topic in mental health research. These scans measure electrical activity in the brain and can help spot patterns linked to mental health conditions. One big area of focus is on people at high risk for psychosis. These individuals, often
The brain is incredibly good at recognizing familiar faces, even when they change dramatically. This happens in a split second. It can quickly figure out a person's age, gender, and who they are, even if the face is tilted, in different lighting, or has a different expression. But how does the brain
