Congenital X-linked retinoschisis (XLRS) is a rare genetic eye condition. It causes splits in the retina. This can lead to vision problems. Currently, there are few treatments available. One approach being studied is gene therapy. This involves using a surgery called pars plana vitrectomy (PPV). The
Workplaces can be either great or terrible. A good workplace makes people feel safe and happy. This leads to better work and less people leaving. But many people face bad workplaces. These places can hurt mental health and make people less confident. Bad workplaces have certain signs. One sign is w
A family is left shattered after a thrilling weekend outing turned into a nightmare. Marcus Ragland, a 34-year-old adventurous soul from north Georgia, lost his life in an ATV accident at the Indian Mountain ATV Park in Alabama. His mother, Felicia Towers, is still in shock, struggling to accept tha
Tommy Castellanos, the Florida State quarterback, made a big splash after his team's surprising win over Alabama. He didn't just celebrate on the field; he also made some bold statements off it. Castellanos started selling shirts and sweatshirts that poke fun at Alabama's loss. This isn't just about
The New England Patriots are facing some tough times with their recent draft picks. It's clear that their drafting strategy hasn't been working well. They've been releasing many of their picks early, which is a big problem. In 2022, the Patriots picked Cole Strange in the first round. But things di
Heart problems are serious business. One big worry is when plaques in the arteries break open. This can cause serious trouble, like a heart attack. Doctors have been studying this for a long time. They want to find out what makes these plaques unstable. Recently, some researchers looked at lipid ra
Alaska has seen a lot of Russian planes flying nearby lately. The U. S. military has been sending fighter jets to check them out. This isn't new. It happens a lot. The area where this is happening is called the Alaskan Air Defense Identification Zone. It's like a buffer zone around Alaska and Canada
Sharps Technology Inc. saw its stock prices jump on a Monday. This happened after they shared some big news. They plan to raise over $400 million. They will do this through a private deal. The deal is set at $6. 50 per unit. It includes options to buy more at $9. 75 for the next three years. The dea
The 2025 college football season kicked off with a bang in Dublin, where Iowa State and Kansas State faced off in a highly anticipated Big 12 showdown. The game, known as Farmageddon, was a clash of two top teams with College Football Playoff dreams. Iowa State, coming off a successful 10-win season
Let's talk about something important in surgery: goals of care (GOC) discussions. These chats are key to making sure patients get the treatment they truly want. But how well are we doing this? And how can we get better? First, let's think about why GOC talks matter. They help doctors and patients a
