Breast cancer is a significant health concern. It affects millions of women worldwide. There is a lot of talk about new tools to fight it. One such tool is the polygenic risk score (PRS). This score is a number that shows a person's chance of getting breast cancer. It is based on many small gen
The United States is a major destination for refugees seeking a new life. Among them, Indiana is home to the third-largest community of Burmese refugees. Many of these families have college-age children. They want to help their kids thrive in this new environment. A study looked into how these stude
The human eye is a window to the mind. It can reveal a lot about a person's emotional state. This is especially true for older adults dealing with depression. A recent study dug into how the eyes react during emotional challenges. The focus was on the locus coeruleus-norepinephrine system. This syst
In the world of elderly mental health care, restraints are a hot topic. These can be physical, like being held down, or chemical, like being given medication to calm down. They are used to manage behavior that could be risky. But here is the thing, restraints can cause harm. They can leave scars on
Cytokines are small proteins that help cells communicate. They play a big role in how cancer spreads. This is a big deal in cancer research. Three specific cytokines have been found to spike right after surgery to remove breast, colorectal, and prostate cancer. These cytokines are TGF-β1, HGF, and I
The Trump administration has been sending mixed signals about tariffs on Chinese electronics. The administration first announced tariffs on Chinese goods. Then, they made an exception for smartphones, computers, and semiconductors, avoiding a massive 145 percent tariff. This exemption was only temp
A recent helicopter crash in the Hudson River has led to the immediate shutdown of a New York tour company. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced this move, following the tragic incident that claimed the lives of all six people on board. This event has sparked a broader conversation ab
Ecuador has a new leader. Daniel Noboa won the presidential election. This happened on a Sunday. The National Electoral Council made the announcement. They said Noboa had an unassailable lead. This was with 90% of the votes counted. Noboa's victory was not a surprise. He had won a previous election
Aimee Lou Wood, the British actress known for her role in The White Lotus season three, recently shared her thoughts on a Saturday Night Live sketch that poked fun at her character. The sketch, titled The White POTUS, swapped out characters from the show with figures from Donald Trump's presidency.
The kidneys are crucial organs, and any issues with them can be serious. One unusual case involved a 77-year-old man who experienced sudden, sharp pain in his side. Doctors quickly sprang into action. They used a CT scan to get a closer look. The scan showed a large, oddly shaped growth with thi
