For a long time, we've known that people with severe mental health issues don't live as long as the rest of us. But what about those living in a huge, diverse city like New York City? That's a different story. Let's dive into the numbers. Adults 18 and up with serious mental illness (SMI) in NYC h
In a surprising turn of events, a Black church in Washington DC has gained control over the use of the Proud Boys name and symbols. This development stems from a December 2020 incident when members of the extreme right-wing group vandalized the Metropolitan African Methodist Episcopal church and bu
Imagine going on the internet to find health info and finding nothing. That's what a lot of people experienced over a few days. The CDC, which is part of the U. S. government, took down many of its websites. These website held important guides for preventing and treating HIV, STD and contraception.
The 67th Grammy Awards in Los Angeles had everyone talking about more than just the winners. While the city was still recovering from two of the worst wildfires in California history, the event had to go on. The Grammys had to adapt to the situation. Several industry parties were canceled.
The recent legal battle over a potential federal funding freeze is getting more complicated. In a split second before the freeze began, one of the judges in a Washington courtroom blocked the plan. This swift action came from a judge who understands the dangerous implications of halting federal gran
Ever pulled out a lemon or an orange from the fridge to find it covered in green fuzz? That's the dreadful work of Penicillium italicum. Did you know that mold isn't alone? There are many types of fungus out there. But good news is that there's a natural fungus called Diaporthe sp. HT-79 that can k
Recently some of the world's brightest scientists have been looking into how magnetic fields could help clean up contaminated soil. Scientists knew that tiny pieces of iron in nZVI could help remove harmful pollutants from soil. This technique involves a clever use of nanotechnology. Is made of ti
Diving right in, choroideremia is a rare disease that affects a person's vision and is a big deal for patients. It's like a storm in a small town. This gene-related condition can severely impact a person's quality of life. Gene therapy, a fancy word for fixing genetic issues, has been a big
Autonomous vehicles are becoming more common, and this brings a plenty of new challenges. Many cars today have driving aids like text reminders, visual cues, alarm sounds or digital voice assistants. Can you guess which ones drivers like best? Well, a small group of drivers were put to the tes
Lots of people worry about eating healthy and avoiding nasty chemicals. Unfortunately, food carrying the nasty chemicals known to cause cancer and weaken your immune and respiratory system. These harmful substances are super tiny, found in food and are known as toxins like aflatoxins. At first, the
