Parkinson's disease is becoming more common as people live longer. By 2050, about 25 million people might have this condition. It affects movement, mood, and thinking. While it usually starts after 60, some people get it earlier. Experts say that while we can't prevent Parkinson's, certain lifestyl
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed that Chagas disease, often called the kissing bug disease, is now considered widespread in the United States. This condition is caused by a parasite called Trypanosoma cruzi, which is found in the feces of the triatomine bug, commonl
The fight against malaria is getting a new twist. Instead of just killing mosquitoes, scientists are now looking at curing them. This might sound strange, but it could be a game-changer. Here is why. Malaria is a big problem. It kills almost 600, 000 people every year. Most of these are children. T
Workplace violence is a growing concern in healthcare. It is a serious issue that affects many workers in this field. It is important to understand the factors that contribute to this problem. Many different things can lead to violent incidents. These include the worker's personal situation, the w
Ever stopped to think if taking shortcuts is common in the world of fighting sports? Scientists are digging deeper into this, and shockingly, it's more widespread than expected. Athletes sometimes use performance-enhancing drugs to jump ahead of the competition, but at what cost? These substances ca
Tularemia, a rare disease caused by the bacterium Francisella tularensis, has been reported in every U. S. state except Hawaii. It shows up with fever and different symptoms, depending on how you get infected. Usually, less than 2% of cases are fatal, but this can go up based on symptoms and the str
This winter, a nasty stomach bug called norovirus is causing a lot of trouble in the United States. According to new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the number of outbreaks has jumped from 69 to 91 in just one week. This time last year, we only saw 65 cases. But what exactl
Have you ever wondered why some people turn to violent extremism? Experts have been puzzled by this question for a long time. One tool they use is called Structured Professional Judgement (SPJ), which helps figure out what makes someone more or less likely to engage in extreme behavior. However, the
