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Mar 12 2025OPINION

March 11, 2020: The Day the World Changed

March 11, 2020, was a pivotal day. It was the day when the NBA abruptly canceled its season. This was due to the growing concerns about a novel coronavirus that was spreading rapidly around the world. It was the day when Tom Hanks announced he had contracted the virus. It was the day when the World

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Mar 12 2025TECHNOLOGY

Earbuds That Track Your Health: Are They Worth the Price?

Earbuds have evolved into tiny health trackers. The latest example is the Synseer healthbuds, which are packed with sensors to monitor your health. They use advanced technology to track your heart rate through your ear canals, promising a "pristine listening environment" for both hearing and heart s

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Mar 12 2025HEALTH

Measles on the Move: Texas Outbreak Reaches Oklahoma

Measles is making waves again, this time in Oklahoma. Two people in the state have probably caught the virus. They might have gotten it from an outbreak that started in West Texas. This makes the total number of cases reach 258 since late January. So far, the two people in Oklahoma are considered "p

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Mar 12 2025TECHNOLOGY

Chromebooks to get a battery boost

Chromebooks are getting a new feature that will help keep their batteries in good shape. This feature, which is already popular on Google Pixel smartphones, will limit charging to 80%. This means that Chromebook batteries will last longer overall. The update is part of the ChromeOS 134 update, which

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Mar 12 2025POLITICS

Elon Musk's DOGE and Kennedy's Anti-Vaccine Agenda

In a recent development, a powerful figure in the White House has given billionaire Elon Musk the green light to make significant changes to federal health agencies. This move has sparked controversy and concern among some cabinet members. Musk's "Department of Government Efficiency" (DOGE) has been

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Mar 12 2025HEALTH

The Rise and Fall of mRNA Vaccines: A Health Revolution Turned Controversial

The year 2020 was a turning point for health science. The world was grappling with a new virus, and scientists were in a desperate race to find a solution. The mRNA vaccines were created in record time. These vaccines were different from traditional ones. They didn't contain a weakened or dead vir

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Mar 11 2025HEALTH

Measles on the Rise: Vaccines vs. Vitamins

Measles cases are surging in the US, with over 222 cases reported in just a few months of 2025. This is a stark reminder of how quickly this highly contagious disease can spread. Two lives have been lost in Texas and New Mexico, including a school-aged child who was not vaccinated. The debate aroun

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Mar 11 2025HEALTH

Data-Driven Care: How Everyday Health Info Can Boost Treatment

Picture this: doctors and researchers diving into a treasure trove of information. This isn't data from clinical trials. It's real-world data (RWD), gathered from everyday patient experiences. Think electronic health records and patient registries. This info can reveal trends, pinpoint effective tre

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Mar 11 2025HEALTH

Sweet Truths: Unmasking Sugar Myths in Adults

Adults often struggle with understanding what's healthy and what's not. This is especially true when it comes to sugary products. Many adults have misconceptions about sugar. These misconceptions can lead to poor eating habits. It's important to identify these misconceptions. This way, we can create

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Mar 11 2025HEALTH

Why Teens in London Think About Vaccines

Vaccine hesitancy among teens in London's senior high schools is a real thing. To understand this better, a survey was conducted among Year 12-13 students in state schools. The first attempt had a low response rate, so it was repeated with incoming students. The second time around, 93% of the studen

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