Did you know that the smell of oregano can change how much salt mice eat? Scientists wanted to see if the scent of oregano and a special part of it called carvacrol could affect how much salt mice prefer. They did this by giving mice a choice between plain water and salty water. When oregano or carv
A string of murders across three states has brought attention to a peculiar group called the Zizians. This group, often described as a fringe bunch of radical thinkers from Berkeley, is suspected of being behind six homicides in Vermont, Pennsylvania, and California. The group's actions have left au
Michigan's lower peninsula is in for a rough weekend. A second winter storm is on its way, and it's a big one. Every county in the region is under a winter weather advisory from early Saturday morning until late Saturday afternoon. The weather forecast is a mix of snow, sleet, and ice. Most
Smart windows are becoming a hot topic in the world of energy efficiency. These windows can change their tint based on temperature, helping to keep buildings cool in the summer and warm in the winter. This is all thanks to a special material called a metal-organic framework, or MOF. One type of MOF,
Copper-based metal-organic frameworks, or MOFs, are special because they can change their structure when exposed to different things. This is because they are flexible and have a long-range order. This is different from other inorganic materials. Imagine a Lego structure that can change shape when y
Hispanic adults in the US are at a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes. This is often due to prediabetes, a condition that can lead to type 2 diabetes if left untreated. The National Diabetes Prevention Program (NDPP) is a big deal. It's a program designed to help adults with prediabetes lower
Patient groups, or POs, are crucial in healthcare. They stand up for patients and their families, offering support and information. With healthcare going digital, these groups face a big change. They need to move their work online. But how well are they doing this? And what problems are they running
Healthcare is a big, complex world. It's not just about doctors and nurses; it's about the whole vibe of the place. When a hospital or clinic wants to change its culture, it's like trying to turn a huge ship around. It's a big deal, and it's not easy. So, what helps or hinders these massive culture
Let's talk about how the pharmacy has changed over the years. The global pharmacy industry has transformed rapidly. Lots of money moving around has changed the companies making medicines. It's now known as the Health Industrial Complex. Medicines used to be cheaper, but now they're designed to m
Imagine this. A big, winter storm is hitting Southeast Michigan. It's going to start late Wednesday afternoon. As of now February 13, it's expected to last until early Thursday morning. Southeast Michigan has never been accused of lacking snow. The winter storm is watching 7 counties: Oa
