In four East African countries—Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, and Burundi—there's a big problem when it comes to anesthesiologists. By 2015, these countries had way too few anesthesiologists. On average, there were only 0. 30 physician anesthesia providers (PAPs) for every 100, 000 people. That's a far cry
In medicine today, a new era of uncertainty is dawning, largely due to the growing ineffectiveness of essential antibiotics. This issue is particularly prominent in the realm of sexually transmitted infections (STIs), where the rise of antimicrobial resistance is bringing urgent questions to the for
Jim Leach, a prominent figure from Iowa, passed away at the age of 82. Known for his independent stance, Leach made waves when he opposed the 2003 US invasion of Iraq, a move that set him apart from his Republican colleagues. His daughter confirmed his death but didn't specify the cause. Leach's car
In a surprising turn of events, Nigeria's anti-corruption agency made a massive bust. They arrested 792 people in Lagos, Nigeria's business hub. These suspects were running a high-tech scam from a posh building called Big Leaf. The scam involved romancing people online, often through apps like Whats
You might think that stopping the use of antibiotics in farming would make the soil healthier. But a surprising study found that even without antibiotics, some harmful traits, called antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs), can still stick around in the soil. These ARGs can make bacteria tougher to fight
When it comes to spending on radiological protection, there are always tough calls. A society's money is limited, so every dollar spent on radiation safety means less for other needs. Think of it like a pie – slice too much for radiation protection, and other slices get smaller. The ALARA principle
Justin Trudeau, Canada's Prime Minister, is facing a big test in his political career. Chrystia Freeland, his long-time and powerful Finance Minister, has resigned. This has shocked the country and raised questions about Trudeau's future. Freeland said she and Trudeau had different views about a two
Christmas is around the corner, but for many in the US, a white Christmas might just be a dream. Weather forecasts suggest temperatures could be way above normal for much of the country on December 25. Last year, the US experienced its warmest winter ever. This year, the country could be split into
You might think that when you're feeling really down, taking some medicine could make you feel better. But for some adults with a condition called major depressive disorder (MDD), this isn't always the case. A big study in Taiwan looked into why some people don't respond to common treatments. For st
Hey there! You might be hoping for lower borrowing costs for stuff like homes and cars. But bad news! The Federal Reserve, the folks who control interest rates, is probably going to slow down how quickly they cut rates next year. They're meeting this week and are likely to reduce their benchmark rat
