In a small Oklahoma city, a night of chaos unfolded when a tanker truck leaked dangerous ammonia gas. The incident forced hundreds to evacuate and sent dozens to the hospital. The truck, parked behind a hotel, started releasing the gas late Wednesday night. Emergency workers in gas masks went door-t
Healthcare costs are going up, and Republicans are under pressure to find a solution. They're not talking about getting rid of Obamacare completely anymore. Instead, they're saying they want to fix it. But time is running out. People are already signing up for health insurance, and the extra help fr
Hospitals have always been on the front lines during emergencies. But recent events, like the COVID-19 pandemic and natural disasters, have shown that they are not always ready. Many studies before the pandemic pointed out gaps in how hospitals prepare for crises. These gaps became clear during the
In the world of healthcare, data is king. Hospitals collect tons of it, but sharing it is a big no-no. Why? Because of privacy rules and other hurdles. So, what if there's a way to use all this data to predict patient outcomes without actually moving it around? Enter FADL, a new method that does ju
Democrats in the U. S. Senate recently showed a rare moment of unity. Seven Democrats, including John Fetterman from Pennsylvania and Angus King from Maine, joined Republicans to end the longest government shutdown in history. This shutdown lasted 43 days. During this time, many federal workers and
The U. S. government has finally reopened after the longest shutdown in history. This shutdown lasted 43 days and caused major problems. Air traffic was disrupted, food assistance for low-income families was cut, and over a million workers went without pay. The political fight that caused the shutd
Vaccines are a big deal. They stop diseases and keep people healthy. But not everyone gets them. This is unfair. Getting vaccines approved is a big step. But it takes time and money. Some places don't have what they need to do this fast. There's a way to make it quicker. It's called regulatory reli
Food sensitivity tests are everywhere. They promise to find out which foods make you feel bad. But do they really work? Many experts say no. The science behind these tests is not strong. First, what is a food sensitivity? It is not a clear medical term. It is more of a catch-all for symptoms that d
In Washington, a unique gathering took place, drawing attention to a growing movement in health care. The "Make America Healthy Again" (MAHA) summit brought together a mix of officials, entrepreneurs, and influencers. Vice President JD Vance used this platform to commend Health Secretary Robert F. K
Teens in northern Ghana are stepping up to help tackle mental health issues in their schools. They are not just passive participants but active co-designers of strategies to prevent mental health problems. This is part of a unique study that adapts human-centered design (HCD) to fit the local contex
