Forensic science is getting a high-tech upgrade. Scientists are now using infrared thermography to measure the surface temperature of corpses and the surrounding air. This method is more accurate and easier than the old ways of checking internal body temperatures like the rectum or liver. The old methods had big problems. They needed a lot of skill and were easily m...
Malawi is taking a bold step to boost its foreign reserves. The country has decided that tourists must pay for hotel stays using dollars, euros, or other strong currencies. This is a big change, and it's all about getting more hard cash into the country. The finance minister shared this news. He explained that Malawi's foreign reserves have been under pressure. This...
Flu cases are popping up earlier than usual in Europe. The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) is sounding the alarm, urging people to get their flu shots now. A new strain of the flu virus is causing this early surge, and it's happening three to four weeks ahead of schedule. This early start could mean a tougher flu season. Healthcare systems ...
In Finland, a lot of teens get hurt during free time or at home. This is not just a small issue. It affects their health, their ability to do things, and costs a lot of money. Over eight years, from 2013 to 2021, researchers asked 8th and 9th graders about their injuries and what might have caused them. About one in three teens said they had been hurt at least once....
Thanksgiving is all about the turkey, but how you cook it can make a big difference. Deep-fried turkeys have a bad reputation, but grilling outside might be the way to go. It's safer and can give you a tastier bird. Plus, it keeps the kitchen clean and cool. So, if you're thinking about frying, maybe consider grilling instead. But why the fuss about deep-frying? It'...
A school in Altoona had to empty out early Friday because of a gas smell in one of its classrooms. The Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center quickly got to work, calling in the fire department and the gas company to check things out. By 10 a. m. , the experts gave the all-clear, and everyone could go back inside. While no one was seriously hurt, about 20 stud...
A person in Washington state has caught bird flu, and it's a type that hasn't been seen in humans before. This is the first time in nine months that someone in the US has gotten bird flu. The person is older, has other health problems, and lives in Grays Harbor County. They were put in the hospital early this month with H5N5 avian influenza. No one knows for sure how...
Every year, millions of Muslims from all over the world gather in Makkah for Hajj. It's a significant religious event, but it's not without its challenges. The massive crowds, diverse backgrounds of the pilgrims, and the demanding environment can lead to various health issues. The main health concerns during Hajj include heart problems, respiratory infections, and h...
Ever wondered how we figure out how complicated a language is? Researchers have been looking into this by studying eight different ways to measure the complexity of words and their structures in various languages. These methods rely on data from language samples, but they need different levels of detail in that data. So, what did they find? Some of these methods are...
A recent measles case at Philadelphia International Airport has sparked concerns. The virus can spread easily through the air. This is a reminder of how quickly diseases can travel. The health department issued a warning. Anyone in terminals A and B between 8:50 a. m. and 4 p. m. on Sunday might have been exposed. The virus spreads when infected people cough, sneeze...