Lung cancer is a tricky disease, and one type, non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), can be even trickier. Why? Because it can have different mutations, and these mutations can affect how well treatments work. Two of these mutations are called KRAS G12C and KRAS G12D. They are not the same and can beh
Scientists are diving into a fascinating question: Do animals have feelings and consciousness? This isn't just about pets or farm animals. It's about creatures from bugs to whales. Researchers are using experiments and observations to figure this out. Imagine a lab where scientists study ho
Immigration is a hot topic with lots of different opinions. A recent experiment looked into whether listening to others can change their minds. 1, 400 people in the U. S. had video chats with trained canvassers. The canvassers either shared a story about an undocumented immigrant, listened carefully
In the United States, one in six people grapples with substance use disorder (SUD). Nursing schools might not be doing enough to prepare future nurses for this reality. Why is that? Well, there's a big problem called stigma. It's a harsh judgment that can make people feel ashamed or discriminated ag
Hospital pharmacists play a vital role in keeping patients safe from harmful drug reactions. But what exactly do they do? They help prevent and reduce the chances of a prescribing cascade. This is where a new medicine is given to fix a problem caused by a previous medicine. The issue is that the
Meghan Markle's recent announcement of her new lifestyle brand, As Ever, has stirred up quite a storm. The name of her venture has raised eyebrows, as it matches that of an existing clothing brand based in New York and New Jersey. This has led to a flurry of criticism on social media, with some user
In 2020, a young woman named Breeze Liu received a shocking phone call. A classmate informed her that an explicit video of her was circulating online, titled "Korean teen. " Liu, only 17 at the time the video was filmed, had no idea it was being shared without her consent. This was just the beginnin
A man who had admitted to shooting a young Black student who had mistakenly knocked on his door has passed away. Andrew Lester, an 86-year-old from Missouri, died shortly after pleading guilty to a lesser charge in the 2023 shooting of Ralph Yarl. The incident occurred when Yarl, then 16, accidental
Alzheimer's disease is a tough opponent, but scientists are finding new ways to fight it. Gold nanoparticles, tiny particles made of gold, are proving to be a powerful tool in the battle against this neurodegenerative disease. These nanoparticles can be loaded with afzelin, a natural compound found
In a chilling match, Lionel Messi proved once again why he's a soccer legend. On a night where the temperature dropped to a brutal 3 degrees Fahrenheit, Messi scored the only goal of the game in the 56th minute, securing a 1-0 victory for Inter Miami against Sporting Kansas City. This was the first
