Tularemia, a rare disease caused by the bacterium Francisella tularensis, has been reported in every U. S. state except Hawaii. It shows up with fever and different symptoms, depending on how you get infected. Usually, less than 2% of cases are fatal, but this can go up based on symptoms and the str
Researchers are exploring new ways to track time and describe symptoms in people with asthma and other lung diseases. They're using a mix of methods to find the best approach. One tool they're testing is the EQ-5D-5L, a health survey that asks about daily life activities, pain or discomfort, anxiety
Ever noticed how surgeons can be crazy-specific about what they do? Like some prefer fixing bones (orthopaedic surgery), and within that, they might have a favourite body part or problem to tackle. This curious choice of interests among orthopaedic surgery residents in southern Nigeria is no excepti
In India, the meniscus root tears — specifically the medial and lateral ones — are an issue that deserves special attention. These tears can happen due to various reasons and lead to different patterns of damage. Scientists wanted to learn more about why these tears occur and how they look in the In
Did you know that surgeons can now replace your aortic valve without cutting through the middle of your chest? One method they use is called a right anterior mini thoracotomy (RAMT). This approach involves making a small incision on the right side of the chest. But how effective is this method in th
2024 was a tough year for TV fans. Many shows got the axe, but the one that really stung was Netflix's cancellation of Kaos. This modern take on Greek mythology started with power-hungry Zeus, played by Jeff Goldblum, losing his grip on Greece. The quirky comedy-drama had a unique blend of dense lor
Thailand has a problem: not enough places to treat sewage properly. This matters because it lets a tiny parasite called Opisthorchis viverrini (OV) lurk in the water and cause a serious liver cancer called cholangiocarcinoma (CCA). The government tried to fix this by making local governments build w
Ever wondered how a warmer world might change where insects hang out? Scientists have found a clever new trick to figure out which bugs can survive in cooler places that are now getting warmer. They chose three insects: Spodoptera frugiperda and Cicadulina bipunctata, which love the heat, and Laodel
Wolbachia are tiny bacteria that live inside insect cells, and they are found in many species, like over half of all insects. Scientists love them because they can stop harmful pathogens from spreading, making them great for controlling diseases spread by mosquitoes. How many Wolbachia are in an ins
Peter the Great, the Czar of Russia, made a powerful move by sending a petition to the Orthodox Christians of Venice. This isn't just about religion; it's also about politics. Religion and politics were tightly linked back then, so this wasn't just a religious request. Peter wanted to show support f
