Imagine walking into a restaurant, expecting a delicious meal, but instead finding a place that's more like a health hazard. That's what happened at Cousin's Burgers in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania. The health department shut it down after a series of inspections revealed some serious issues.
A seasoned federal prosecutor decided to step down from her position rather than follow what she saw as questionable instructions from Trump-appointed officials. Denise Cheung, who had been with the Justice Department for over two decades and led the criminal division in Washington D. C. , felt that
Clear aligners are a popular choice for straightening teeth. They are clear, removable, and can be taken out for eating and cleaning. But do they work as well as traditional braces? A recent study took a close look at how clear aligners move teeth. The study focused on the upper ba
Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is making waves in Washington. A high-ranking Social Security official recently stepped down after refusing to hand over sensitive recipient data to Musk's team. This isn't the first time Musk's crew has butted heads with long-time government wo
Let's dive into the world of traditional Chinese medicine and explore the surprising benefits of a classic remedy called Shaoyao Gancao Decoction, or SGD for short. This isn't your average herbal tea; it's a powerful blend of two specific herbs: Paeoniae Radix Alba and Glycyrrhizae Radix et Rhizoma.
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a popular treatment for insomnia, but does it work for everyone? A recent study dug deep into this question. The study looked at many different research papers to see if CBT works the same way for everyone. The result? It doesn't. Some people see big improvement
Surgeons face a tough decision when it comes to treating nerve issues in the upper body. They have to weigh the benefits of early surgery against the risks of unnecessary procedures. This is a tricky balance because some nerve problems might heal on their own. If doctors jump in too quickly, they c
Imagine a world where plastic pollution is a thing of the past. It might sound like a dream, but scientists are making it a reality. They've discovered a special mix of bacteria that can break down a common plastic additive called dibutyl phthalate (DBP). This stuff is used to make plastics flexible
Imagine a drug that could save tens of thousands of lives each year. Buprenorphine, a medication used to treat opioid addiction, has been around for over 20 years, but it's not being used as widely as it should be. In 2023, over 105, 000 people died from overdoses, with most of these deaths linked t
Heart attacks, or acute myocardial infarctions (AMI), often lead to heart failure (HF). For years, doctors have used ACE inhibitors to help manage HF. These drugs target the RAAS system, which plays a big role in blood pressure and fluid balance. Recently, a new drug called sacubitril/valsartan (S/V
