Maryland is in for a change this weekend. After a warm week, rain is on the way. This rain will bring relief to the state's dry conditions. The weekend will start off warm. Temperatures will reach the mid to upper 50s on Friday and Saturday. But don't get too comfortable. A cool-down is coming. By
In the early hours of Thursday, a tornado touched down in Purcell, Oklahoma. It tore through parts of the city, including Interstate 35. The storm caused some damage but, luckily, no injuries were reported. Power lines and poles were knocked down, and a semi-truck was flipped over on the interstate.
The Texas Panhandle is gearing up for a winter weather system that might bring snow and strong winds, making travel tricky. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory, cautioning about slippery roads and possible black ice. The heaviest snow, up to 7 inches, is expected in the
Congress is kicking off 2026 with a packed agenda. Lawmakers are tackling healthcare subsidies, U. S. involvement in Venezuela, and government funding—all under tight deadlines. Healthcare subsidies are a big issue. A group of lawmakers wants to extend enhanced health insurance subsidies that expir
South Carolina is facing a serious measles outbreak. The problem started in Spartanburg County, where many people are not vaccinated. This area has seen over 200 cases in recent months, and the numbers keep growing. The outbreak began in a Ukrainian immigrant community. Vaccination rates are low th
Recent updates from the CDC have made big changes to the list of recommended childhood vaccines. Before this change, kids in the U. S. were advised to get vaccines for 17 different diseases. Now, that list has been cut down to just 11. The vaccines that are no longer routinely recommended include RS
Dr. Patti Swaintek-Lamb's journey into dentistry started with a simple idea: helping people feel better. She didn't know exactly how she would do it, but she knew she wanted to make a difference. Her path took a turn when her family switched dentists, and the new dentist's approach left a lasting im
Obesity drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are game-changers. They help people shed pounds faster than diet and exercise alone. But quitting these meds can lead to quick weight regain. Research from the University of Oxford found that people who stop GLP-1 drugs often gain back almost a pound every month
At the recent CES trade show, a variety of AI-powered health gadgets were showcased. These gadgets promised to improve health in unique ways, like a smart scale that scans your feet to monitor heart health and an egg-shaped device that tracks hormones to help with conception. However, experts are ra
The U. S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has recently updated its recommendation for the HPV vaccine, suggesting just one dose instead of the usual two or three. This change comes after a review of global vaccine schedules, bypassing the usual lengthy process involving the Advisory
