Prostate cancer is a common health issue for men. Doctors often use a special scan called 68Ga-PSMA PET/CT to check how far the cancer has spread. This scan looks for a specific marker called PSMA, which is usually found in prostate cells. However, PSMA can also show up in other types of cancer and
The spotlight is on Maine as a critical deadline has passed. The state is now in a standoff with the federal government over transgender athletes competing in girls' sports. This isn't just about sports. It's about money and the law. The federal government has accused Maine of breaking a key law ca
The Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act, or SAVE Act, was approved by the House of Representatives on April 10, 2025. This bill aims to make voting more difficult for many Americans. It requires individuals to show proof of U. S. citizenship, such as a REAL ID or passport, when registering to v
The European Union is fighting back against U. S. trade policies. They have approved new tariffs on $23 billion worth of U. S. products. This move is a direct response to the U. S. imposing 25% tariffs on imported steel and aluminum. The EU sees these U. S. tariffs as unfair and harmful to both side
Opioids are still crucial for managing pain after major surgery. This is especially true for older adults who have had total joint replacements. More than 80% of these patients get at least one opioid prescription after their surgery. This is a significant number, considering the ongoing opioid cris
Insulin is a crucial player in how our bodies handle sugar. It sends signals to our muscles to absorb glucose from the bloodstream. For a long time, scientists thought insulin boosted the production of hydrogen peroxide in muscle cells. This would then tweak certain proteins, affecting how insulin w
The U. S. government is taking a close look at a big business deal. Nippon Steel wants to buy U. S. Steel. This is a huge move in the steel industry. The President stepped in and said, "Not so fast. " He wants to make sure this deal won't hurt the country's safety. So, he asked a special group, CFIU
State Supreme Court elections have turned into major political showdowns. These contests have become increasingly expensive and heated, drawing in big money and national figures. The recent Wisconsin Supreme Court race, for example, saw a staggering $100 million in campaign spending. This trend isn'
A young basketball sensation from Duke University is in a tough spot. Khaman Maluach, a freshman center for the Duke Blue Devils, might have to leave the country. This is because of a new rule from the State Department. The rule targets people from South Sudan who have visas to stay in the US. This
The medical community is always looking for better ways to spot prostate cancer early. One promising method is using a type of MRI scan called biparametric MRI (bpMRI). This tool is getting attention for its ability to predict significant prostate cancer in lesions that fall into the PI-RADS categor
