Over the past decade, health economists have been paying more attention to the bigger picture when evaluating the value of medical treatments. A recent study looked at nearly 8, 000 cost-effectiveness analyses (CEAs) from 2013 to 2023. These studies compare the costs and benefits of different health
In a show of community spirit, a credit union from Saginaw Township recently handed over a $1, 000 check to help in the battle against breast cancer. The money, raised throughout October, is headed to the MyMichigan Health Foundation in Midland. This cash boost will go towards educating patients, pr
In the early hours of a Monday morning, a man from Brooklyn decided to turn a drive into a high-speed adventure. He was behind the wheel of a bright green sports car, no lights, no plates, and he wasn't exactly following the rules of the road. The trouble started on the Massachusetts Turnpike, wher
When it comes to breast cancer treatment, BMI is often seen as a key factor. But new research suggests that it's not the only thing that matters. Metabolic and inflammatory markers might play a bigger role in how well patients respond to treatment. Breast cancer is a complex disease. Treatment can
NASCAR is facing some serious heat right now. Two racing teams, 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports, are suing them. They say NASCAR is being unfair and controlling too much. The teams didn't sign a big agreement for next year. They think NASCAR is stopping other racing series from starting up. N
People often welcome technology into their lives without questioning its long-term effects. Take cell phones, for instance. Many can't imagine life without them, but they rarely think about how these devices track their every move. GPS, WiFi, and cell towers can pinpoint your location at any time. P
In Los Angeles, a unique type of housing called board and care homes has been disappearing fast. These places offer a roof and meals to people who need long-term care, often those with disabilities or low incomes. Some people think these homes are essential and should be saved. Others believe they k
The Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum & Aquarium on Sanibel Island is back and better than ever after a long rebuild following Hurricane Ian. This place is now packed with way more shells than before, showing off thousands of specimens from all over, including right here in Southwest Florida. S
Missouri has finally joined the sports betting bandwagon, with ten licensed online sportsbooks going live on December 1. But before you dive in, it's important to know your options and what each platform offers. DraftKings, a well-known name in the industry, is one of the few with an untethered lic
In the vast expanse of the cosmos, starburst galaxies are like cosmic fireworks, bursting with new stars. Scientists have been trying to figure out how to tell the age of these stellar nurseries. They use special tools called stellar population models. These models help predict how certain lines in
