Forests are like giant sponges, soaking up water and nutrients from the ground. But what if they're also tapping into a hidden water source? Deep below the surface, there's a layer of weathered bedrock. This layer is like a secret water reserve for many ecosystems. This raises an intriguing question
In Ghana, a significant worry has emerged in the health sector. People living with HIV face an increased risk of heart problems. This is due to a mix of factors, including lifestyle choices and the long-term use of HIV medications. A recent investigation focused on this issue in the Western Region o
In 2024, a new outbreak of H5N1 avian influenza hit US dairy cows. This was a big deal. The problem was that there wasn't enough information to figure out how bad it really was. To tackle this, a team built a complex computer model. This model simulated how the virus spreads among cows in 35, 97
In the bustling city of Nanjing, a megacity in eastern China, the impact of extreme temperatures on emergency ambulance calls is a pressing issue. Researchers have been digging into hourly data from 2018 to 2021 to understand how extreme cold and heat affect the need for emergency medical services.
Weather watchers in Massachusetts are on high alert. A mix of weather factors is brewing a stormy cocktail for the region. A slow-moving weather front, combined with sunshine and a sea breeze, is setting the stage for pop-up storms or showers from Thursday afternoon through the evening. Severe thun
A big part of cancer care often goes unnoticed. It's not about the usual treatments like surgery, radiation, or chemotherapy. Instead, it's about complementary and alternative medicine, or CAM. This includes things like meditation, herbal supplements, and acupuncture. These aren't part of standard m
Lung cancer is a serious issue, and small-cell lung cancer (SCLC) is one of the trickier types. It often spreads quickly, making it hard to treat. Doctors have been looking for better ways to fight it. One approach is to use a mix of drugs that work together to attack the cancer from different an
There is a significant issue with PTSD among Black/African American adults. This problem is often long-term and not properly addressed in this community. Relationships play a crucial role in the mental health of Black/African American adults. A recent study looked into a specific type of therapy
The world is looking for ways to tackle climate change. Two methods are getting attention: enhanced rock weathering and geologic carbon storage. Both have the potential to reduce the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. But how do they work? And can they really make a difference? First,
Cardiovascular health is a big deal. It is something that affects everyone. The heart and blood vessels work together to keep the body running smoothly. But did you know that tiny parts of proteins called cysteine residues play a huge role in this process? These tiny parts can sense changes in the b
