Camp Flog Gnaw, an annual music festival, took place in Los Angeles. Tyler, the Creator, the mastermind behind the event, made sure it was a hit. The lineup was packed with stars like Childish Gambino, A$AP Rocky, and Doechii. They all brought their A-game to the stage, showing why they're big names
The COVID-19 vaccine was said to be 95% effective. But what does that really mean? It turns out, the number is not as straightforward as it seems. The 95% figure is based on relative risk reduction. When you look at absolute risk reduction, the picture changes. The actual reduction in risk for the a
Long COVID is a big problem for many people. It can stick around long after the initial infection. So, finding ways to prevent it is super important. Researchers looked at 31 studies to see if vaccines help. They found that getting vaccinated, even just the basic doses, can lower the chances of get
BMW, a well-known car company, is thinking about adding range extenders to some of its electric vehicles. This idea comes as more and more people in China are showing interest in this technology. Range extenders are small engines that give electric cars a longer driving range. The company is consid
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
Eli Lilly, a big name in the drug world, just hit a huge milestone. It became the first healthcare company to reach a market value of $1 trillion. That's a lot of money! The company's stock hit this mark briefly during trading but then settled a bit lower, with each share going for around $1, 048.
Hungary has been checking newborns for serious health issues for 50 years now. This started with tests for two rare conditions: phenylketonuria and galactosemia. Later, they added a test for congenital hypothyroidism 40 years ago. Today, they test for 27 different disorders, plus an optional test fo
Science and indigenous knowledge have been around for ages. Science uses experiments and data to understand the world. Indigenous wisdom, on the other hand, comes from living closely with nature and seeing everything as connected. Rosa Vásquez Espinoza is a scientist with indigenous roots. She is d
Researchers dug into how faith might act as a shield against the health impacts of unfair treatment. They looked at Black adults and found that those who lean on their religious beliefs might handle the stress of discrimination better. This could lead to fewer health problems down the line. The stu
In a surprising turn of events, a 65-year-old woman from Phitsanulok, Thailand, was found alive in a coffin just as she was about to be cremated. The incident took place at Wat Rat Prakhong Tham, a Buddhist temple in Nonthaburi, near Bangkok. The woman's brother had brought her to the temple after
