Ever since the 1980s, the US Army has had rules to keep obesity and related health issues in check. These rules are meant to make sure soldiers are at their best. However, over the past 20 years, things have changed. The rise in obesity nationwide, the need for more soldiers during the Iraq surge in
In a troubling turn of events, Pakistan's airstrikes in eastern Afghanistan have taken the lives of 46 people, with most of the casualties being women and children. This grim news was reported by a Taliban government official on Wednesday. The strikes targeted four locations in the district of Barma
Pyoderma gangrenosum, or PG, is a skin condition where ulcers grow quickly and hurt a lot. These ulcers have edges that look like they're melting away. The tricky part about PG is that there's no one-size-fits-all treatment. Doctors find it tough because there's not enough solid evidence to guide th
Plant diseases can be a real problem for farmers. Traditional chemicals often don't work well and can harm the environment. Scientists have been looking for better ways to protect plants. One interesting solution is using tiny light-absorbing structures called photosensitizers. These little helpers
The NFL playoff picture is getting clearer as we head into Week 17. In the NFC, teams like the Lions and Eagles have already secured their spots, while others like the Vikings and Commanders are still fighting. The AFC also has its share of locked-in teams, with the Chiefs and Bills leading the pack
You've probably heard of skin cancer, but do you know about the worst type called melanoma? It's scary stuff, because it can spread fast and can be deadly. Regularly checking your moles can help, but not many folks in Pakistan know about it. A study done at Lahore General Hospital in 2022 found that
Ever feel like your cold medicine isn't doing much? Well, the FDA agrees. They're planning to phase out phenylephrine, a common decongestant found in many over-the-counter cold medicines. Why? It turns out phenylephrine isn't as effective as we thought. When you swallow it, your stomach breaks it do
Ever thought of your brain as a bustling city with tiny garbage trucks inside? These are actually macroautophagy, the process our brain cells use to clean themselves. It's crucial for keeping our brains in tip-top shape. But drugs like cocaine, meth, opiates, or alcohol can give it a run for its mon
In a surprising turn of events, the Cowboys secured a 26-24 victory over the Buccaneers on Sunday night. This win not only ended Tampa Bay's four-game winning streak but also placed them in a tie for first place in the NFC South with the Falcons. Both Tampa Bay and Atlanta now share an 8-7 record, w
Imagine you're walking down a dark alley. You might think about crime and how it can hurt people. But have you ever thought about how it can affect a person's lifespan? This study took a closer look at this topic, specifically for people with substance use problems. They wanted to know if violent cr
