Imagine diving into a world invisible to the naked eye—the world of microbes in wastewater. In Africa, this approach, known as metagenomics, offers a treasure trove of insights. By analyzing wastewater, scientists can keep tabs on public health, track nasty bugs that resist medicines, and even find
Let's zoom in on Finland and see how people's religious beliefs affect their views on science and healthcare, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Research shows that those who consider themselves more religious tend to have less positive views on science, tech, and medicine compared to non-reli
This winter, Chicago's vaccination rates for flu and COVID-19 are slightly down from last year. Public health experts say this could be due to people being tired of vaccines and lots of misinformation circulating. Only about 10. 7% of Chicagoans have gotten the updated COVID-19 vaccine as of mid-Dec
Muscle strength is what keeps us moving and leading active lives. As people age, and with more muscle disorders on the rise, it's becoming a big health issue around the world. To tackle this, we need to understand why muscles weaken. Let's dive into the reasons and causes, the signals that make musc
] Imagine living in North Carolina and dealing with a cancer diagnosis. Now, think about how extreme weather events can make healthcare tougher to access. This study looked into how climate affects cancer care in NC. The researchers used data from 2017 to 2021 to see how climate vulnerability and c
It's been a year since BMC Global Health hit the scene, and what a year it's been! Let's take a step back and see what's been happening. The journey started with a bang. BMC Global Health set out to tackle some of the world's toughest health challenges. They didn't just want to talk about it; they
Last week, health officials in Arizona announced that a few animals at the Wildlife World Zoo and Aquarium had died from bird flu. This news came after the Maricopa County Department of Public Health (MCDPH) joined with state and federal agencies to address the situation. The zoo quickly took action
In 1955, a groundbreaking announcement was made at the University of Michigan. Jonas Salk’s polio vaccine was declared highly effective, stopping the deadly virus that once paralyzed or killed half a million people each year. Celebrations erupted nationwide, marking a turning point in public health.
From the late 70s to the early 90s, Atlanta had an unusual problem: kudzu, a quick-growing vine, was taking over. It may sound like a harmless plant, but for city officials, it was a major health concern. Kudzu can cover everything, including dead bodies, and it attracts pests like rats, snakes, and
More than 75 Nobel Prize winners have joined forces to urge the Senate not to confirm Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as the secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). This is a rare move for the esteemed group, who usually steer clear of politics. The concern? Kennedy's controversial vie
