Keratoconus is a condition where the cornea, the clear front part of the eye, bulges out. This makes vision blurry and hard to fix with glasses. Doctors have a special treatment called iontophoresis-assisted corneal cross-linking (I-CXL). This treatment aims to strengthen the cornea and halt its p
A Saturday of warmth and sunshine was experienced mostly in the day preceding Sunday. First thing in the list of unexpected weather highlights were pleasant temperatures not seen otherwise in the rest of the year reaching 80 degrees before a massive cold front rolled in. This breaks an old record fo
Humans have long believed in gods that care about our morals. The reason for this has been debated, with some saying these beliefs help societies grow and encourage teamwork. But recent evidence suggests that these beliefs aren't just for big groups and might not always boost cooperation. Belief i
Cancer treatment has changed a lot with immunotherapy. But herein lies the problem. Some patients do not respond well to treatment. This is on top of having to deal with serious side effects caused by the immune system going into overdrive. Scientists have found a novel way to tackle this
The internet has long become a hot spot for people to voice their thoughts, experiences, and questions about cancer immunotherapy. Doctors and researchers might have a clear understanding of this cancer treatment, but what about everyone else? With the rise of immunotherapy in the medical field, it'
Baby white sturgeons, known as larvae, are facing new challenges in a warming world, and recent studies have shown that the temperature while they're developing can change how they act later in life. These sturgeons live in big rivers and estuaries along the Pacific coast of North America, and
Let's dive into how nuclear medicine affects our bodies. Yes, it sounds strange, but the truth is, they use special materials to look inside the body. In this new study, scientists took a closer look at how radiation affects children and adults differently. If you didn't k
The World Natural Heritage sites are some of the most stunning places on Earth. They are all unique and cannot be replaced. They have a special look to them and are often visited by tourists. These locations stand out, and one of the most beautiful sites are the karst or limestone landscapes. Locat
The White House found itself in hot water Monday. A federal judge in Rhode Island had some strong words for the Trump administration. He said they'd ignored his clear order to release billions in federal grants. The judge didn't hold back. He ordered government officials to follow what he called th
Government employees are facing a tough time. They chose their jobs for stability and to serve the country. Now they feel targeted and uncertain. Many federal workers have been offered a deal to resign with full pay and benefits through September. This has created a lot of worry and confusion. The
