Colorado is getting a big chunk of money to fix health care in rural areas. Over the next five years, the state will receive around $1 billion from the federal government. The goal is to make rural health care better, not just keep hospitals running. But not everyone is happy with the plan. Hospita
New Mexico has been stuck in a rut for a long time. The same political system has been in place since the state was founded. This hasn't worked out well. The state often ends up at the bottom of good lists, like education and child welfare, and at the top of bad ones, like crime. It's like a broken
Prisons are tough places. People inside often deal with a lot of stress, trauma, and feel left out. Yoga has been brought in to help. But does it really work? A recent review looked at studies to see if yoga can make a difference. The review checked out 10 studies with over 1, 800 people. These stu
The Milan Cortina Winter Olympics are set to kick off with a star-studded opening ceremony on February 6. Andrea Bocelli, the renowned tenor, will take the stage at Milan's iconic San Siro soccer stadium, joining pop sensation Mariah Carey. This ceremony is expected to be a grand spectacle, lasting
Nurses play a huge role in how well our healthcare system handles big health crises. A recent study dug into this by looking at how skilled nurses are and the kind of work environment they have. It turns out, both of these things matter a lot when it comes to how well our healthcare system can adapt
Retirement is a big change in life. It affects daily routines, money, and social circles. This shift can impact health, especially heart health. A recent study looked at how retirement influences cardiovascular disease (CVD) in Europe. CVD is a common health issue among older adults. The study chec
Recording muscle signals is a big deal in medical studies. The deltoid muscle, which is in the shoulder, is often studied. To get clear signals, doctors need to place electrodes in the right spots. Traditionally, the reference electrode was placed on the acromion, a bony part of the shoulder. This w
Northern Virginia is facing a rough flu season. Hospitals are seeing a lot of sick people. The main culprit is a tough strain of influenza A, subclade k. This strain came out after the 2025 flu shot was made. It's making people really sick. Across the U. S. , there have been about 11 million flu ca
Beef tallow, a type of fat that was once shunned by health experts and the government, is now gaining attention in the latest dietary guidelines. This fat, derived from beef, has been quietly gaining fans over the past few years. Chefs love it for its ability to make fries and doughnuts extra crispy
In a small community in Clay County, Mississippi, a night of terror unfolded. A 24-year-old man, Daricka Moore, is now facing serious charges after a violent rampage that left six people dead. The victims included his own family members, showing just how shocking this event was. The sheriff, Eddie
