The pace of medical breakthroughs for older adults is slowing down. Experts blame this on government budget cuts, layoffs, and frozen or canceled grants. James Appleby, CEO of the Gerontological Society of America, warns that these cuts will hurt all Americans, especially older people. A survey found that 71% of aging research experts say their work has been harmed. ...
Federal Hill, once a sought-after neighborhood, is now facing a wave of concerns from its residents. Trash piles up, recycling bins overflow, and a homeless encampment has taken root behind the bustling Cross Street Market. Longtime resident Peter is among those voicing their frustrations, pointing to a lack of action from the Department of Public Works. Package the...
Lilly Williamson, a senior at Lake City High School, has a clear vision for her future. She wants to be a nurse, inspired by her own experiences with medical care. At just seven years old, she faced a serious bacterial infection called mastoiditis, which led to multiple surgeries. This tough time in her life made her look up to her doctor, who she now wants to be lik...
Let's talk about vaccines. Many folks think the talk about their safety is all about science. But it's not that simple. History plays a big role here. Consider this: Before vaccines, diseases like diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis were already on the decline. For instance, diphtheria's death rate dropped by 81% before its vaccine even came out in 1926. By 1948, whe...
In Hong Kong, a devastating fire has left many families in mourning. The blaze, which engulfed a high-rise apartment complex, has claimed at least 128 lives, with over 200 people still missing. The complex, Wang Fuk Court, was home to many elderly residents. In fact, more than a third of its inhabitants were over the age of 65, a much higher percentage than the city'...
Pope Leo XIV made a powerful statement for unity and peace during his first international visit. He chose a special place for this message: the ruins of an old church by Lake Iznik in Turkey. This is where important Christian leaders met long ago to settle disagreements and create a shared belief that is still used today. The Pope stood with Patriarch Bartholomew, a...
In the world of medical imaging, scientists are always looking for ways to make brain scans clearer. One recent approach involves using sodium signals to improve phosphorus scans. This might sound a bit odd, but it's all about making the most of the data we have. Phosphorus scans, or 31 P MRSI, are useful but can be a bit fuzzy. This is because the signal-to-nois...
In a shocking turn of events, two National Guard members from West Virginia were critically injured in a shooting near the White House. The incident has left families shattered, especially as it occurred during the Thanksgiving holiday. The victims were identified as 20-year-old Army Specialist Sarah Beckstrom and 24-year-old Air Force Staff Sergeant Andrew Wolfe. B...
A recent study from Sweden has stirred up conversations about birth control and breast cancer. This study followed over 2 million women under 50 for more than a decade. The findings show that while hormonal birth control is generally safe, there are slight differences in breast cancer risk depending on the hormones used. The study found a small increase in breast ca...
Thanksgiving Day is here, but the stock market doesn't stop for holidays. Let's look at some big news from today. Toyota is seeing more cars sold in the U. S. October 2025 was a good month for them. This is great news for the company. Microsoft is putting money into solar projects in Mexico, Brazil, and Spain. They want to be more eco-friendly and help out local a...