UnityPoint Health recently gave a tour of their newly renovated cancer center. This upgrade is a big deal for the community. It shows how health care facilities are always trying to improve. The center now has better technology and more comfortable spaces. This is important because cancer treatment can be tough. Patients need a place that feels safe and supportive. ...
Lung cancer screening guidelines might be missing a lot of people who need them. Right now, rules say only certain adults can get yearly CT scans. But a new study shows that this leaves out most people with lung cancer. Only about one-third would even qualify for these life-saving scans. Take Carla Tapia, for example. She's a 38-year-old mom from Maryland. She smoke...
A recent poll by Pew Research Center revealed that a significant number of Latinos in the U. S. feel their lives have taken a turn for the worse under President Donald Trump. The survey, conducted over a two-week period, found that 68% of Latinos believe their situation has deteriorated over the past year. This is a notable shift, as it marks the first time in nearly...
The first hint of a problem came through a quick message. Last December, a sister in Houston reached out to her sibling in Washington. Their 78-year-old father had taken a wrong turn while driving to a medical check-up. The sister hesitated to call him, knowing he would be upset about being tracked. This wasn't the first time the father had driven aimlessly. Just th...
A recent court hearing stirred up old tensions between Cemex and the State Water Resources Control Board. The debate centered around whether Cemex should be allowed to challenge a decision before a final ruling is made, expected in February. Cemex's legal team pointed fingers at the state board for the long delay in their plans to extract 56 million tons of sand and ...
The world of science owes a lot to a tiny, transparent worm called Caenorhabditis elegans. It's not just any worm; it's a superstar in labs worldwide. But what makes it so special? It's not just the worm itself, but the way scientists work together to share resources and information. This teamwork has led to some big discoveries, even Nobel Prize-winning ones. Think...
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has always felt like he was part of a bigger fight. Growing up, he believed the world was a battleground between good and evil, and he was destined to be part of it. This belief was shaped by the tragic losses of his uncle and father, both assassinated when he was young. Kennedy's life has been marked by controversy and a deep distrust of autho...
In the world of healthcare, there's a big focus on treating the body, but what about the soul? Spirituality plays a huge role in overall well-being, especially for those dealing with long-term illnesses. Yet, it's often overlooked in regular medical check-ups, particularly for minority groups like African Americans. A new study is trying to change that. It's all abo...
A recent crime at an Amazon fulfillment center in Channahon, Illinois, has led to the issuance of an arrest warrant for a sixth suspect. The 27-year-old, Isreael Davis, is accused of playing a significant role in the October 15th burglary. This incident involved a group of individuals stealing high-value items, including computer monitors and vacuums, worth between $...
Prostate cancer is a serious issue. It affects many men. Former UK Prime Minister David Cameron is one of them. He recently shared his story. He hopes it will help others. Cameron is 59 years old. He found out he had prostate cancer. His wife encouraged him to get tested. He took a PSA test. This test checks for proteins linked to prostate cancer. The results were ...