Measles, a highly contagious disease, has made a comeback in two neighboring states. Over two dozen cases have been reported in Texas and New Mexico. The majority of these cases are concentrated in Gaines County, Texas, which has one of the highest rates of vaccine exemptions in the state. All confi
Let's talk about how the pharmacy has changed over the years. The global pharmacy industry has transformed rapidly. Lots of money moving around has changed the companies making medicines. It's now known as the Health Industrial Complex. Medicines used to be cheaper, but now they're designed to m
Surgeons have been dipping into their funds for political influence. This all began in 2001, when the American College Surgeons group established a political action committee called SurgeonsPAC. This committee, a group of people, helps to give money to people running for Congress in the United
Brazil's journey in managing and improving private health insurance has been a mix of advances and obstacles. From 2000 to 2018, regulators tackled the job of making sure private health services were up to standard. They did this by setting clear rules and guidelines that aimed to cover everything f
East Asian men are often seen knocking back a drink or two after a intense run or workout. But does that post-run beer or cocktail help or hurt muscle recovery? Muscles are always recovering after exercise and it is normal to feel soreness. The question here is how does alcohol affect that? We wa
Who could be the next big star in Fortnite? Players have been buzzing with ideas. They want icons who can bring something fresh and exciting to the game. It all started with Marshmello, but who will be the next big name? The Icon Series in Fortnite has been a hit with players. It's a collection of
In January 2024, an 18-year-old teenager from Lancaster, Calif. found himself in serious trouble. Alan Filion would spend four years behind bars as punishment. He had made hundreds of toxic swatting calls. Swatting is a dangerous prank where a person makes a false call about a violent crime to a loc
Valentine's Day is often seen as a day for women to receive gifts. But why not show the special man in your life some love as well? Forget the stereotypes, and make sure your guy feels appreciated. Think outside the box or stick to the classics. The key is to make sure your gift is though
School bus drivers in Central are demanding better conditions. Their buses have become playgrounds for raccoons overnight. They are fed up with having to deal with messes left behind by these animals. These drivers are tired of being asked to clean up bodily fluids, like blood and vomit, with
At the heart of families, parents are either a superhero or a juggler, tackling the immense challenges of raising a disabled child. This involves physical work and personal sacrifices. These stresses of child disability can lead to an unexpected sense of isolation, depression or helplessness. Alon
