Electroencephalography (EEG) and Magnetoencephalography (MEG) are really cool tools doctors and scientists use to study the brain. But they're not perfect. Sometimes, they give blurry pictures of the brain (low spatial resolution) and might miss some parts (partial brain coverage). Plus, some sensor
Brucellosis is a sneaky disease that affects livestock in parts of Rwanda, including the Rwamagana District. This disease is a bit like a hidden monster, sometimes causing no symptoms but still able to spread. Farmers often sell their milk through informal channels, combining milk from different hou
A surprising revelation shook the sports world when it was unveiled that 23 top Chinese swimmers tested positive for a prohibited performance-enhancing drug ahead of the 2021 Olympics. The Chinese officials stood firm, defending their decision to spare the athletes from punishment by pointing to sci
In Bamako, Mali, figuring out why people have unexplained fevers is tough. Diseases like malaria, HIV, and yellow fever often overlap. A recent study tried to uncover the reasons behind these fevers. The study included people of all ages with high temperatures. Doctors collected basic information an
In the 1980s and 1990s, London faced a major health crisis—the HIV/AIDS epidemic. Black gay men (BGM) in Britain needed special care and understanding. Three key organizations stepped up: The Terrence Higgins Trust (THT), Blackliners, and The NAZ Project. Each had its unique approach. THT, though p
President Joe Biden recently signed a defense bill into law, approving a significant increase in military spending and pay raises for junior enlisted members. The bill, totaling $895 billion, aims to counter China's influence and boost military capabilities. However, Biden expressed strong oppositio
Did you know that the rate of eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE) has been climbing in kids from the Northern Hemisphere? But what about our region? Not much is known about EoE here, and that's where this study comes in. Climate and daily habits might play a role in how EoE shows up, so understanding and
The NFL playoff picture is getting clearer as we head into Week 17. In the NFC, teams like the Lions and Eagles have already secured their spots, while others like the Vikings and Commanders are still fighting. The AFC also has its share of locked-in teams, with the Chiefs and Bills leading the pack
On Christmas Day, something revolutionary is happening in the football world. Netflix, a streaming giant, will broadcast NFL games for the first time. But is the league prepared? Fans' memories of the shaky Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson fight stream are still fresh, filled with outages, glitches, and poo
Rituximab, a drug being tested for its potential in treating systemic sclerosis-associated interstitial lung disease (SSc-ILD), doesn't have the same effect on every patient. Scientists looked into why this is by examining data from the DESIRES trial and using machine learning. They found that the s
