Two astronauts, Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore, are spending nearly a year in space due to technical issues. They were originally planned to spend a week in space but have been stuck there for nine months. The human body goes through many changes in space. Gravity is different in space.
Breast cancer surgery often involves fixing both breasts at once. This is known as immediate symmetrizing oncoplastic surgery. But does this approach really make a difference in how patients feel about their bodies and their lives? A recent study looked into this question. The study focused
Scientists have been working hard to understand how complex biomolecules change shape. These shape-shifting molecules are crucial for many biological processes. One big challenge is finding the easiest paths these molecules take to change from one shape to another. These paths are called low free en
The lateral femoral cutaneous nerve (LFCN) has been a hot topic in medical research. Since 1878, when meralgia paresthetica was first identified, scientists have been digging deep into the nerve's peculiarities. Over 200 studies have been published, highlighting the nerve's importance across various
New York's prison system faced a major shakeup. Over 2, 000 prison guards were fired for not returning to work after a lengthy strike. This strike, which lasted 22 days, caused significant disruption to the state's correctional facilities. The governor and the state's correctional commissioner decla
In West Texas, a health official recently shared a plan to tackle the measles outbreak. This plan was a bit different from what most doctors would suggest. The official, who is in charge of health and human services, had some ideas that were far from what most scientists agree on. The official di
In a surprising turn of events, Shawn Fain, the head of the United Auto Workers (UAW), has found common ground with President Donald Trump. This unlikely alliance centers around Trump's proposed tariffs, which include a 25% levy on automobiles and their parts. Fain, who has been vocal about his disa
In the heart of West Texas, a measles outbreak has sparked a heated debate. The first child to die of measles in the U. S. in over 20 years has left many people questioning the truth. The cause of death was met with doubt from anti-vaccine activists. They spread false rumors that the child w
First, let's talk about Ruth Marcus. She's a big deal in journalism. She's been with The Washington Post for over 40 years. She's a columnist and editor. She's known for her strong opinions and her ability to make people think. Marcus recently made a big decision. She quit her job. She did
Silver selenide quantum dots, or Ag2Se QDs, are tiny particles with amazing optical properties. They're great for imaging tumors, but their small size lets them sneak past the brain's protective barrier. This raises concerns about potential harm to the central nervous system. To tackle this issue, s
