Serbia witnessed a historic event on a recent Saturday when an enormous crowd gathered in the capital to voice their frustration. The reason? A tragic incident at a railway station in Novi Sad last November, which claimed 15 lives. The government's official count put the number of protesters at 107,
A Tornado Watch has been issued for multiple parishes and counties in the Southeast. The watch includes East Baton Rouge, West Baton Rouge, East Feliciana, Livingston, Pointe Coupee, St. Helena, Tangipahoa, and West Feliciana Parishes, as well as Amite, Pike, and Wilkinson Counties. The watch is val
Oysters are a popular seafood choice, but they can harbor hidden dangers. Two viruses, human norovirus (HuNoV) and human sapovirus (HuSaV), can lurk in oysters. These viruses are often spread through contaminated shellfish. With the rise of online shopping, it's important to consider how this affect
The bird flu virus, specifically H5N1, can linger in raw milk cheese for months. This poses a significant health risk, especially during outbreaks. The virus can survive in raw milk cheese because of the protective environment created by the protein and fat content. This is a concern because raw mil
The H5N1 bird flu virus can survive in raw milk cheese for a long time. This is a problem for public health. The virus can stay infectious for months, even after the cheese has been aged for 60 days. This aging process is supposed to kill off harmful germs. But it seems it might not be enough to sto
Von Willebrand disease (VWD) is a bleeding disorder that affects how blood clots. A recent study looked at a new treatment called pdVWF/FVIII-C. This treatment is made from plasma and contains two important clotting factors: von Willebrand factor and factor VIII. The study followed 15 patients with
Dairy cows face a big challenge with embryo resorption, which often happens early in pregnancy. This issue is a major reason why dairy farms don't get the best results from their cows. Macrophages, which are immune cells found in the uterus, play a big role in helping the cow's body accept the pregn
The White House recently decided to withdraw the nomination of Dr. David Weldon to head the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The decision came just before Weldon's scheduled confirmation hearing. The reason for this abrupt change? Weldon lacked the necessary votes to secure the position.
Michigan's Severe Weather Awareness Week is here, and with it comes a crucial reminder about tornado safety. On March 19th, 2025, the National Weather Service in Detroit/Pontiac will kick off the Michigan Statewide Tornado Drill. This drill will use NOAA Weather Radio All Hazards to alert everyone i
New Yorkers are worried about crime. They are happy that the new police commissioner is trying to fix the problem. But, some people in power want to close down Rikers Island, the city's main jail. They think jails are bad and want to let more people out. They believe that jails do not help keep peop
