Imagine this: over half the world's population carries a tiny, spiral-shaped bacterium called Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori). While it's well-known, its impact on people with severe obesity getting a type of weight-loss surgery called laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy (LSG) is still a bit of a myster
In the world of retail, change is a constant, but not for everyone. The Kohl's store in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, has been given a new lease on life. It wasn't listed for closure in a recent announcement, while the Boise store, along with others in Oregon and California, will be shutting down by April.
In the world of emergency medicine, doctors are always looking for ways to improve how they spot patients at risk. One way they're trying to do this is by adding new measurements to an existing system called the National Early Warning Score (NEWS2). This system helps them figure out if a patient mig
Today, we celebrate the birthdays of famous figures like Rod Stewart, Evan Handler, Pat Benatar, and George Foreman. It's a time to reflect on the power of change. If you're not happy with something in your life, be honest and take action to make it better. Participating in activities you enjoy or t
Thursday was a big day for high school sports in the area. The boys' hockey teams had some close games. Sauk Rapids-Rice squeaked by River Lakes 5-4, and St. Cloud Crush won a high-scoring game against Fergus Falls, 8-7. Hermantown, ranked #2 in the state, had a dominant win over Cathedral, 6-0. In
Hello, star watchers! Today, the moon in Gemini brings good vibes, linked with Venus in the morning and Jupiter later. You'll be a social butterfly, but don’t party too late. The moon will clash with Saturn at night, making everyone grumpy. Let's dive into what each zodiac sign might experience: Ar
Hollywood legend Mel Gibson recently shared some interesting details about his health on Joe Rogan's podcast. He revealed that he was born with scoliosis, a condition where the spine curves sideways. Gibson mentioned that his action-packed career and personal choices have added to his back issues. D
Hey coffee lovers! If you're in the market for a new coffee maker, listen up. Amazon's got a sweet deal on the Keurig K-Classic that's practically halving its price. Normally, it goes for $150, but right now, you can snag it for just $80. That's a whopping $70 off, but you'll have to move fast becau
The Las Vegas Raiders have decided to part ways with their general manager, Tom Telesco, just two days after letting go of head coach Antonio Pierce. The team expressed gratitude for Telesco’s contributions but felt it was time for a change. Telesco’s one-season tenure was challenging, with the team
these days, severe weather like storms and flash floods are ramping up. That's where a handy app like Weather Hi-Def Radar comes in. This isn't just your phone's basic weather app kicked up a notch. It's a capable tool that keeps you in the know, with a animated map showing current and future weathe
