In Bihar, India, a silent health issue is brewing. Uranium, a heavy metal, has been found in the breastmilk of nursing mothers. This is a big deal because uranium can be harmful to both moms and their babies. The problem starts with the water. In Bihar, about 1. 7% of groundwater sources have high
A dangerous parasite, the New World screwworm, has been a concern for cats and other animals. This fly's larvae can burrow into open wounds, causing serious harm. Recently, the U. S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) took a big step. They allowed a drug called Credelio CAT to be used in an emergenc
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has recently updated its website to reflect a significant change in its position on vaccines and autism. This shift comes after Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. directed the agency to revise its language. Kennedy, a promin
Forensic science is getting a high-tech upgrade. Scientists are now using infrared thermography to measure the surface temperature of corpses and the surrounding air. This method is more accurate and easier than the old ways of checking internal body temperatures like the rectum or liver. The old m
A recent study claims that fluoride is safe for children's brain development, but many experts are skeptical. The study, published in Science Advances, suggests that fluoride exposure in childhood has no negative cognitive effects and might even offer slight benefits. However, the study's methodolog
Numerai, a unique hedge fund based in San Francisco, just raised a whopping $30 million in its Series C funding round. This round was led by some big-name university endowments and valued the company at a cool $500 million. That's a huge jump from its 2023 valuation! J. P. Morgan Asset Management a
A new law is making waves in the world of aviation. The Mental Health in Aviation Act (MHAA) is set to change how pilots and air traffic controllers deal with mental health issues. This law wants to make it easier for them to get the help they need without fear of losing their jobs. The MHAA was in
Winter is coming, but what does that mean for North Texas? The Climate Prediction Center has shared its latest forecast, and it's a bit of a mystery. They've given the region an \"equal chances\" label. This means the weather could go any way: warmer or colder, wetter or drier than usual. It's like
Winter weather is often overlooked when discussing natural disasters, but it can be just as damaging. Blizzards, ice storms, and extreme cold have caused billions in damages and repairs in recent years. In 2022, winter storms alone caused $6 billion in insured losses. The previous year, the arctic w
The White House and the FDA are at odds over a staffing decision. The FDA's top boss, Marty Makary, wanted to promote Sanjula Jain-Nagpal, a policy expert. But the White House had other plans. They asked for her resignation. Makary wasn't happy about it. He pushed back. But the White House didn't ba
