Ever wondered if starting treatment early for the flu can make a big difference? Let's dive into the world of early oseltamivir therapy. This drug, often called by its brand name Tamiflu, has been shown to help adults who are hospitalized with influenza A. But why is early treatment so important? I
Eating disorders (EDs) are a serious health issue, and finding ways to help more people is a big goal for public health. One idea is to use apps to provide support and treatment. Some apps offer real-time help and messages, but do they really make a difference? And can they help people use health se
Managing breast cancer often involves having to remove only the affected area, not the whole breast. This surgery, known as breast conservation, requires precise pinpointing of the tumor—especially tricky if it can't be felt. The challenge is to do this without racking up big bills. Enter a nifty co
Influenza, or the common flu, isn't just a minor nuisance. It can actually cause a lot of health issues, especially among those who are hospitalized. But what role does where you live play in how well you bounce back from the flu? Surprisingly, it's a factor that hasn't been fully explored. Let's b
As more and more states legalize marijuana for adult use, the tasks of state and local police are shifting. We took a look at how different states and local areas handle the enforcement of cannabis and alcohol laws, both where weed is legal and where it isn't. In states where marijuana is legal, co
Scientists have found a clever way to boost the performance of an important enzyme called penicillin G acylase (PGA). They started by collecting tiny magnetic particles, Fe3O4, from nickel slag. Next, they coated these particles with a mix of two polymers: poly (butylene adipate-co-terephthalate) (P
Making semiconductors often leaves tiny issues, like dangling bonds and charge traps, on channels and interfaces. Fixing these can be tough, especially with small structures and thin materials like MoS 2 . High-energy treatments might cause more harm than good. So, scientists turned to hydrogen io
The epidermal growth factor receptor, or EGFR, helps cells grow and become specialized. But when things go wrong, EGFR can cause cancer. There are eight molecules, called ligands, that activate EGFR, with two main ones being epidermal growth factor (EGF) and transforming growth factor-α (TGF-α). Sci
Imagine walking into a sleek, wooden-paneled building in Manhattan. You’re not in a high-end fashion store or an art museum, but in Charlie Fox, a three-story cannabis emporium set to open in December. It’s one of several new, luxurious marijuana shops in New York City. These dispensaries aim to gla
You might think Bitcoin is all about decentralization, but let's take a closer look at its network. Bitcoin runs on a peer-to-peer (P2P) network, which is supposed to be spread out and not controlled by any single group. However, a recent study shows that this isn't exactly the case. Researchers cr
