Imagine being born into a world where your future is limited simply because of your gender. This is the harsh reality for countless girls around the globe. Bela Bajaria, Netflix's chief content officer, shared these thoughts during Variety's Power of Women event. She discussed how her daughters have
We're seeing a big jump in whooping cough cases, especially in the Middle Atlantic states. As of early October, there were around 17,579 cases compared to just 3,962 last year! This bacterial infection, also known as pertussis, spreads like wildfire through coughs and sneezes. It's most dangerous fo
A recent survey by The Ohio State University revealed that one out of every four adults in the US suspects they might have undiagnosed ADHD. However, only a small fraction, about 13%, has discussed their concerns with a healthcare professional. Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, commonly know
In the United States, whooping cough cases have surged to over 17,600 as of early October, marking a significant jump from the 3,962 cases reported last year. Before the pandemic, whooping cough cases often exceeded 10,000 annually, peaking at 18,600 in 2019. However, in 2021, the number dropped to
Rwanda is facing a deadly crisis as the Marburg virus continues to claim lives, leaving the country's health officials scrambling to contain the outbreak. With 36 confirmed cases and 11 deaths reported so far, the situation remains dire. The virus, which can have an 88% fatality rate, has already cl
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has revealed that four more healthcare workers who tended to a patient hospitalized with H5N1 bird flu have reported respiratory symptoms. This brings the total number of workers with symptoms to six. While their symptoms were not severe, and they
In a rare and puzzling turn of events, a third close contact of a patient in Missouri who was hospitalized with H5N1 bird flu has reported experiencing symptoms. This individual, a healthcare worker, was not tested as their symptoms resolved before the investigation into the illnesses began. The Cen
The latest COVID variant, XEC, has been making headlines due to its rapid spread across Europe, North America, and Asia, with at least 27 countries reporting cases. But what do we really know about this new variant, and what can we expect in the coming months? First, let's answer the question on ev
In a groundbreaking study released on Tuesday, NASA's Cold Atom Lab on the International Space Station successfully used ultra-cold atoms to detect changes in the surrounding environment for the first time. This marks a significant milestone in the field of quantum science, paving the way for more
