Scientists made a cool new tool to clean up heavy metals from water. They used tiny plants called diatoms, mixed them with some special stuff, and created a super material. This material can grab onto metals like cadmium, copper, and lead. The team tested this new material in different conditions.
Brain tumors are scary. They are hard to treat. One type, called IDH-wildtype grade diffuse glioma, is very aggressive. Doctors usually treat it with a drug called temozolomide (TMZ). But often, the tumor fights back. It becomes resistant to TMZ. Scientists wanted to understand why this happens. Th
Mercury is a sneaky pollutant. It lurks in water, causing harm to plants and animals. Humans aren't safe either. To fight this invisible enemy, scientists have turned to an unlikely ally: tiny bits of silver. These aren't your average silver bits. They're engineered with special ingredients like ci
Mental health struggles like depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia don't just affect mood and thoughts. They can also make the body age faster than it should. This isn't just about feeling older. It's about the body actually wearing out quicker. People with these conditions often face more
In Korea, doctors usually check for liver cancer in people with hepatitis or cirrhosis. But now, there's a new way to find those at risk. A team built a computer model that looks at regular health check-ups and medical records. It can predict who might get liver cancer without extra tests. This mod
Martha Stewart, a well-known figure in the lifestyle world, has been open about her approach to aging. At 84, she is still very active, both in her work and personal life. She recently shared some of her insights on aging gracefully during a podcast interview with her friend Shawn Killinger. Stewar
Life in a small French village seemed like a dream. But for one couple, it turned into a nightmare. They moved from a big city to a tiny village near the husband's family. They thought it would be peaceful and relaxing. But it wasn't. First, there was the problem of getting around. In the city, the
Pornography has a big impact on how young adults see sex and gender. It can shape their views and actions, sometimes reinforcing unfair power dynamics. While many studies look at porn's general effects, few explore how young adults handle these influences in their own lives. A recent study dug into
Nursing groups have a big role to play in health care. They can set rules, help nurses grow, and push for fairness. This piece talks about how feminist ideas can help these groups do even more for people with HIV. Feminism is about respect, seeing the big picture, working together, and caring for o
Queer theory often overlooks the role of mothers. It suggests that having kids is not something queer people should do. This idea links being a mother to being straight and following traditional norms. But queer moms are changing this narrative. Some people think that mothers pass down straight, tr
