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Mar 17 2025HEALTH

Cannabis Use in Brazil: Who's at Risk?

Cannabis tops the list of most commonly used substances in Brazil. A recent study dug into the habits of cannabis users and how these habits link to other substance use and potential harm. Researchers looked at data from over 5, 000 people in Sao Paulo. They found four distinct groups of cannabis us

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Mar 17 2025HEALTH

Fluoxetine: Uncovering Real-World Side Effects

Fluoxetine, a widely used antidepressant, has been under the microscope. Researchers took a deep dive into the FAERS database. This database is a treasure trove of information. It collects reports of side effects from medications used in real-world settings. The goal? To spot any unexpected or harmf

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Mar 16 2025LIFESTYLE

Ohio's Powerball Night: Big Wins and Missed Jackpots

Saturday, March 15, 2025, was a night of mixed fortunes for Ohio's Powerball players. The jackpot of $378 million was not won, but the state still celebrated thousands of other winners. The winning numbers were 12, 28, 33, 36, 54, and Powerball 5. The Power Play option was 3x. The Ohio Lottery repo

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Mar 16 2025TECHNOLOGY

Teen Titans of Tech: The Cal AI Story

Two young minds, Zach Yadegari and Henry Langmack, both 18 years old, have made a big splash in the tech world. Their creation, Cal AI, is a photo calorie app that has been downloaded over a million times. The app lets users snap a picture of their food, and it logs the calories and macros. It's not

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Mar 16 2025POLITICS

U. S. Strikes Yemen: A New Approach to an Old Conflict

The U. S. launched a series of airstrikes in Yemen, targeting key leaders of the Iranian-backed Houthis. This move, announced by National Security Advisor Michael Waltz, marks a shift in strategy. The strikes were more than just retaliation; they were a targeted effort to dismantle the Houthis' lead

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Mar 16 2025WEATHER

East Coast on Alert as Storms March Eastward

A powerful storm system is heading towards the East Coast, bringing with it a mix of severe weather conditions. This system has already left a trail of destruction across the Midwest and South, claiming at least 36 lives. The East Coast, particularly the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast regions, is bracin

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Mar 16 2025HEALTH

Navigating Cultural Differences in Prenatal Genetic Counseling

Prenatal genetic counseling can be a challenging experience for expectant parents. It's a time when they receive crucial information about their baby's health. This can be especially tough for couples who come from different cultural backgrounds than the country they now live in. These parents might

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Mar 16 2025HEALTH

How Breast Cancer Survivors Can Learn to Manage Lymphedema

Lymphedema is a common issue that breast cancer survivors face. It can significantly affect their daily lives. The good news is, there are ways to reduce the risk. However, there isn't a set way to teach survivors about these methods. Many survivors have false beliefs about what causes lymphedema

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Mar 16 2025HEALTH

How Childhood Hurts Shape College Life

College life can be tough, and it's even tougher for students who have faced hard times as kids. These tough experiences, known as Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), can leave a mark on a person's mind and emotions. ACEs include things like abuse, neglect, or growing up with a family member who

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Mar 16 2025TECHNOLOGY

Spotting Online Predators: How Computers Can Help

The internet is a vast and complex place, where bad things can happen to children. One of these things is online grooming, a form of manipulation that can lead to child sexual abuse. To fight this, scientists have been using something called machine learning. Machine learning is like teaching a comp

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