Aspirin is a well-known medicine used to prevent blood clots in people who already have heart disease. But what about those who don't? Can it stop heart problems before they start? This question is still up in the air. A recent study looked into this by examining data from the VITAL study. This stud
The world of cancer treatment is always changing. One big change is the accelerated approval process for new medicines. This process lets doctors use new treatments faster. But, it also comes with risks. The main goal is to help patients quickly. However, there is a catch. Sometimes, these treatment
Oso Ighodaro's path to success in the NBA is a testament to his family's values and his own dedication. His story begins in Houston, Texas, where he was born, making him an American by nationality. However, his roots stretch back to Nigeria, giving him a rich cultural heritage. Growing up in Mesa, A
Older adults in China are increasingly interested in preventing dementia. However, their beliefs about health and illness play a big role in how well they can manage this on their own. To understand this better, a study was done. It looked at what Chinese elders know and believe about stopping de
China has freed all workers from an American company that checks risks for businesses. This move comes as China tries to attract more foreign investors to boost its economy. The company, known as the Mintz Group, had its staff detained in Beijing about two years ago. The firm's work involves invest
Turkey's government has taken a strong stance against journalists covering anti-government protests. Eight journalists found themselves in custody after a prosecutor in Istanbul reversed an earlier decision to release them. These journalists were among ten arrested in early morning raids on their ho
In the world of medical labs, identifying germs quickly is a big deal. This is where artificial intelligence (AI) steps in. AI is changing the game in clinical microbiology. It's speeding up the process of spotting harmful bugs and figuring out how to fight them. First, let's talk about the problem
The city's mayor is standing firm on a controversial practice: taking people with severe mental health issues to hospitals, even if they don't want to go. This move has sparked a heated debate, with critics arguing that it's not the best way to handle the city's mental health crisis. The mayor's of
A political storm brewed over a portrait. The legislature's Executive Committee, a bipartisan group, decided to take action. They ordered the removal of President Donald Trump's portrait from the Capitol gallery. The decision was made after Trump himself criticized the artwork on social media. He ca
The COVID-19 pandemic brought a storm of false and misleading information. This wave of misinformation made it harder to control the virus and led to many unnecessary deaths. People and groups rushed to create ways to fight this "infodemic. " But, they often had to act quickly without a solid plan.
