Recent breakthroughs in genetics have underlined the powerful link between genetic factors and health outcomes. This has sparked a surge in the need for genetic counseling services. However, there's a catch: not enough trained genetic counselors to meet the demand. Enter large language models (LLMs)
Imagine a 15-year-old boy dealing with weird bone growths and blood problems. This isn't your average medical case. Doctors found that his bones were growing in strange places, a condition called multifocal osteochondromatous proliferation. They also noticed that his blood counts were all over the p
It's official: North Carolina homeowners will see their insurance premiums go up by about 15% by mid-2026. This is all part of a deal the state's Insurance Department made with insurance companies. Commissioner Mike Causey led the charge, standing firm against the industry's initial request for a wh
Have you ever wondered how what we eat and do can influence our mood? This is especially true for cancer patients, who often face depression. A recent study explored how a score called Oxidative Balance Score (OBS)—which considers diet and lifestyle—is linked to depression and specific symptoms in c
This January, a unique celestial event is happening: six planets are visible in the night sky. This planetary get-together isn't a straight line, but they're close together on one side of the sun. Hannah Sparkes, who works at the Bishop Museum of Science and Nature in Florida, calls this a "planetar
Ever wondered how daily habits might affect your mood? A recent study in Japan took a deep dive into this question. They tracked a large group of people over time to see which lifestyle choices could help keep the blues away. What's interesting is that they looked at men and women separately, becaus
Scientists are exploring a new way to turn carbon dioxide (CO₂) into useful chemicals. This process, called electrochemical CO₂ reduction (CO₂RR), uses a special setup called a membrane electrode assembly (MEA). The key is to design a good environment for the reaction to happen. This involves a laye
Have you ever heard of daprodustat? This medication is a game-changer for people on dialysis who struggle with anemia. It's designed to help your body produce more red blood cells, tackling a common issue in kidney disease. A recent study called ASCEND-D took a closer look at its effectiveness and s
Webtoon Entertainment, through its Japanese subsidiary LINE Digital Frontier, has made its first investment in a Japanese studio. The lucky recipient is No. 9, a prominent webcomic and manga studio based in Tokyo. This strategic move is aimed at boosting Webtoon's content pipeline in Japan, which is
Have you ever wondered what happens when a person from one country goes to fight in another? That's what Australia is trying to find out with one of their citizens, Oscar Jenkins. A video surfaced online showing Jenkins, a school teacher from Melbourne, being questioned and hit by a Russian soldier.
