South Carolina is facing a growing measles outbreak, with 114 confirmed cases as of December 10. Most of these cases are in the upstate region, and nearly all of them are in unvaccinated people. The state's health officials have put 254 people in quarantine, including 16 in isolation. The outbreak
In New Jersey, the fight against HIV is getting a boost, especially in Black communities where the impact is felt the most. Gene Huffman, a 34-year-old from Paterson, knows this struggle well. He's been living with HIV for years but has managed to keep the virus under control with daily medication a
A big group of lawmakers from both sides of the aisle are pushing the Education Department to include nursing in a special list of "professional" programs. This comes after nurses were left out of a new rule that lets students borrow more money for certain graduate degrees. Right now, the list incl
In a small town in Upstate New York, a trusted educator's life took a dramatic turn. Scott Jeffers, a 42-year-old special education teacher and coach, found himself on the wrong side of the law. He was taken into custody after being accused of sending inappropriate messages to a student under 17. Th
The BBC Sports Personality of the Year (SPOTY) awards are a big deal in the UK. They celebrate the best athletes of the year, with the main prize going to the most popular one. But golfers have had a tough time winning this award. Only two golfers have ever won the top prize. Dai Rees won in 1957,
Soil is more than just dirt. It's a bustling world of microbes. Among these tiny life forms, some carry genes that can resist antibiotics. These genes are called antibiotic resistance genes, or ARGs. Scientists wanted to understand how these ARGs form and spread, especially in the soil around plant
In a world where temperatures are rising, getting a good night's sleep is becoming harder. Many people struggle to sleep well when it's hot, especially in places where homes aren't built to handle extreme heat. The way a bedroom is designed can make a big difference in how well someone sleeps. As he
A crucial deadline is looming for Medi-Cal enrollment in Alameda County. The clock is ticking, and residents need to act fast to secure their health coverage. Starting January 1, 2026, some groups will face a freeze on enrollment, potentially cutting off access to full-scope Medi-Cal. This change h
Healthcare is a basic need. It should be available to all. Yet, transgender and gender-diverse adults often face unfair treatment. This leads to health problems. Why does this happen? Mainly, because of stigma and discrimination. These issues make it hard for them to get good primary care. When care
King Charles, now 77, has shared an update on his cancer treatment, bringing some hope to the royal family. He didn't say he's cancer-free or that treatments are over, but his words suggest doctors are managing his condition well. This news comes as a relief, especially with Catherine, the Princess
