The UK government and the National Health Service have been pushing for better ways to spot and support victims of domestic abuse. They want healthcare workers to get better at this, since they are often the first ones victims talk to. But there's a problem: not enough training. This is where techno
A Massachusetts state trooper, Michael Proctor, has been dismissed from his job. The decision came after a thorough review by the Massachusetts State Police Trial Board. The board found Proctor guilty of serious misconduct. This included sending inappropriate texts and sharing confidential informati
The Social Security Administration (SSA) is rolling out stricter identity checks. This means millions of people will need to visit an SSA field office instead of handling things over the phone. Starting March 31st, verifying your identity over the phone will no longer be an option. If you can't veri
Diabetes is a challenging condition to manage. One program has shown that it can make a real difference. This program is called patient navigation. It focuses on guiding people with type 1 diabetes through their care journey. The results have been quite positive. People feel that the quality of care
The IgA Nephropathy Foundation has been a key player in the fight against IgA nephropathy for two decades. It all began in 2004 when a couple, driven by their son's diagnosis, decided to fill a gaping hole in the medical community's knowledge about this rare kidney disease. At that time, information
The world of heart pacing has seen some serious changes in the last ten years. Leadless pacemakers (LPMs) have popped up and they are making waves. These tiny devices can sync with the heart's upper and lower chambers, last longer on a single battery, and even work with other heart devices. All o
The quest for sustainable energy has led scientists to explore materials that can turn waste heat into electricity. These materials are called thermoelectrics. They are not yet widely used because they are not very efficient. They also rely on rare and costly elements like tellurium. Plus, they str
The healthcare world is changing fast. One big change is how private companies work with doctors who specialize in the digestive system. This teamwork can lead to new ideas and better care for patients. But it is not always easy. There are challenges to overcome. Let's dive in and see how these part
A woman from Slidell, Danette Colbert, is in serious trouble. She's been charged with second-degree murder. This is all connected to the death of a young sports reporter, Adan Manzano, who was found dead in a hotel room in Kenner during Super Bowl week. Colbert, 48, was the last person seen with Man
Google just dropped a new update for Pixel phones. This is the Android 16 Beta 3. 1, and it's rolling out to various Pixel devices. It's only been a few days since the main release, but Google is already on it, fixing bugs that were causing real headaches for users. The update includes a bunch of f
