Frederick County is making waves with a new health vending machine. This isn't your typical snack dispenser. It's packed with lifesaving tools. Naloxone, fentanyl test strips, and hygiene products are all available for free. The machine is located at the Department of Housing and Services on New Des
Scientists have been trying to figure out if certain chemicals are piling up in fish and other sea creatures. These chemicals, called volatile methylsiloxanes (VMS), have been studied in different water bodies around the world. The idea is to see if these chemicals increase in concentration as they
Opioid overdoses are a serious issue, and naloxone is a key tool in fighting them. This drug can reverse overdoses, but how often is it being given to those who need it most? A recent study took a closer look at how psychiatry residents prescribe naloxone to patients in psychiatric hospitals. It als
People in hospitals often get medicine to fight infections. One such medicine is flucloxacillin. But how do doctors know if the right amount is getting into the blood? That's where therapeutic drug monitoring (TDM) comes in. TDM checks the levels of medicine in the blood to make sure it's working we
In the world of medicine, cloxacillin is a trusted ally against certain bacteria. Among its targets is Cutibacterium acnes, a germ that can cause trouble, particularly around medical devices. This bacteria often joins forces with another, methicillin-susceptible Staphylococcus aureus (MSSA), creatin
Copper, a familiar metal, is proving to be a powerful tool in the fight against water pollution. It is being used in a new way to break down harmful substances in water. This is done by using a special process that involves copper and a type of carbon material. The combination of these two creates a
Opioid misuse is a serious problem in the USA. There are way too many opioid prescriptions being filled. This means that there are lots of leftover pills just sitting in medicine cabinets. These pills can be dangerous. They can end up being used by people who should not have them. This is calle
Ciprofloxacin, a common antibiotic, is often found in waterways. This can lead to antibiotic-resistant bacteria and harm both people and the environment. Scientists have been working on ways to remove ciprofloxacin from wastewater using advanced oxidation processes. One method is anodic oxidation,
A special protein called Dha A is great at breaking down mustard gas. However, it has a big problem: it's not very stable. This makes it hard to use it widely. So, scientists came up with a clever idea. They wrapped Dha A in a special gel. This gel is made from poloxamer, a substance often used to c
Listen up, because this is something amazing! Imagine if we could turn garbage into something useful. A group of researchers did exactly that. They took waste from mines and turn into a strong cleaner for water. This stuff is full of iron and was mixed with a special "trimesic acid" help f
