In a surprising twist, a recent study uncovered a hidden factor influencing maternal and newborn health. The A-PLUS trial, which initially focused on the benefits of azithromycin, revealed something unexpected. Many women were using antibiotics outside the study. This secondary analysis aimed to und
A new type of pill could change how people take their medicine. This pill can send a signal when it's swallowed. It's meant for people who need to take their meds on time, like those with serious infections or after surgeries. The pill has a tiny radio antenna made of zinc and cellulose. These mate
Chronic urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a big problem for many women and girls. These infections keep coming back, even after treatment. Now, scientists think they might have found a reason why. It seems that some bacteria can hide deep inside the bladder wall. This makes them hard to detect and
The COVID-19 pandemic shook up the world of medical research. With hospitals overwhelmed and staff stretched thin, many clinical trials faced big hurdles. Some were even called off or put on hold. But not all stories were like that. The EMERGE trial, which looked at using metformin early in gestatio
SESA syndrome is a serious but often overlooked issue for those who drink heavily for a long time. It affects the brain, causing seizures, confusion, and other neurological problems. Doctors have noticed unique patterns in brain scans and electrical activity, but they still struggle with how to diag
Germany is thinking about working with other countries to make sure factories get the stuff they need. The country's finance boss, Lars Klingbeil, said this before flying to the US for a quick trip. He'll be in Washington DC, chatting with finance leaders from seven big countries. They'll talk about
The Milan Cortina Winter Olympics is set to kick off with a star-studded opening ceremony on February 6. The event will take place at Milan's famous San Siro stadium, where a parade of athletes and a variety of performances will entertain the crowd for three hours. This ceremony is expected to be a
Venezuela has been in a deep crisis for years. Millions have left the country. Many now live in places like Greater Manchester. They watch from afar as their homeland struggles. For Adolfo Marquez, leaving Venezuela was a matter of survival. He is a criminal barrister. He had a case against Preside
In the quiet of a summer night in 2023, Belle Burden found herself alone, staring at a laptop screen. She had just hit publish on her first-ever article, a personal essay about her marriage. The moment it went live, panic set in. There was no turning back. This was a big deal for her. Burden, now 5
In a quiet Virginia home, a seemingly ordinary family harbored a twisted plot that would lead to tragedy. Brendan Banfield, a former IRS agent, is now at the center of a high-profile murder trial. The charges? Killing his wife, Christine, and another man, Joseph Ryan, in a scheme that sounds like so
