William Foege, a towering figure in public health, passed away at his Atlanta home. He was 89. His work was crucial in wiping out smallpox in the 1970s, a massive win for global health. Later, he led the U. S. response to the early AIDS crisis as the head of the Centers for Disease Control and Preve
Houston and southeast Texas are facing a winter storm, and officials are taking action. Montgomery County has asked people to stay home until at least Monday. County Judge Mark Keough showed how the county's emergency team is working hard to keep everyone safe. He said that leaders from police, EMS,
In Minnesota, regular folks are stepping up to keep an eye on Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. This surge in volunteers happened after a local woman, Renee Good, was shot and killed by an ICE agent. Fabiola, a mom and business owner, is one of those who decided to get involved, even
In the fast-paced world of emergency medicine, a handy tool has been making waves. It's called point-of-care ultrasound, or POCUS for short. This gadget is like a superhero for doctors, helping them see inside the body without any cuts or big machines. POCUS is not just any tool. It's easy to use,
Recently, a huge amount of federal money for mental health services was almost cut off. Then, it was put back. This back-and-forth shows a big problem: mental health care is not being treated as important as it should be. The money that was at risk pays for important things. It helps kids and famil
A tense standoff unfolded in Minneapolis after a fatal shooting involving a Border Patrol agent. State investigators from the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) found themselves locked out of the crime scene. Federal agents from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) refused them ent
Upstate South Carolina is facing a tough weather situation. Freezing rain and sleet are expected to hit the area, with a significant amount of ice possibly building up. The National Weather Service is warning everyone to be careful and avoid unnecessary travel. The weather is not just about the ice
Georgia is in the midst of Winter Storm Fern, bringing snow and ice to some areas while others remain unaffected. The National Weather Service and The Weather Channel have issued warnings and advisories, urging residents to stay alert. Athens is under an ice storm warning until 10 a. m. Monday. Exp
In the world of tiny tech, scientists are always looking for new ways to control how things work. One big challenge is managing electromagnetic waves, especially those in the terahertz (THz) range. These waves are tricky to control, but a new idea might just change the game. Scientists have found a
Stepping outside, even when it's chilly, can do wonders for your mental health. This isn't just a hunch; there's solid science backing it up. Nature has a way of lifting our spirits, and it doesn't matter if it's sunny or freezing. One psychologist shared a simple exercise called the Noticing Natur
