When skin gets hurt, the body kicks into high gear to fix it. This process is complicated and involves many steps. One exciting area of research is using tiny packages from fat cells called exosomes. These exosomes have shown great promise in speeding up healing. They help by calming inflammation, e
In today's interconnected world, plant diseases can spread quickly across borders. This makes it crucial to have fast and reliable ways to spot harmful fungi. Two types of fungi, Alternaria triticina and Plenodomus libanotidis, are particularly troublesome. They can seriously damage crops and harm t
A well-known investment company had a close call on a Wednesday. For a short time, the company's X account, which has a large following of 851, 000 people, was taken over by scammers. The hackers posted a fake message about a crypto "airdrop, " tricking many into thinking they could get free crypto.
Vance Boelter, the man now accused of a shocking attack, once seemed like an ordinary guy with big ideas. He was driven by a desire to fix the world's problems. This passion was clear in his writings and projects. He wanted to make a real difference, and he was not shy about it. Boelter's former co
Knee injuries are a big deal, especially for athletes. One common fix is replacing the ACL, or anterior cruciate ligament. This is often done using a bone plug from a donor, called an allograft. Traditionally, surgeons have to shape these bone plugs themselves. This can lead to some problems. The re
A man from New Jersey passed away from a severe lung cancer that doctors suspect might be linked to his long-term use of e-cigarettes. This case is believed to be the first of its kind, raising serious questions about the safety of vaping. The man, who was 51 years old, had been vaping for over a d
Lung cancer is a major health issue. It is the leading cause of cancer deaths worldwide. One type, non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), makes up about 85% of all lung cancer cases. This is a big deal because it means most people with lung cancer have this type. The good news is that there are now
It was a Friday night that ended with a group of 60 people in handcuffs. These folks were part of a larger crowd that had been hanging out near the Supreme Court, just a stone's throw from the US Capitol. The Capitol Police had set up a barrier using bike racks to keep the protesters at bay, but thi
Therapists worldwide have had to rethink their approaches due to global upheavals. These events have shaken the usual ways of doing therapy. The focus is on how these professionals have handled the changes and kept helping their clients. Therapists have had to face some tough questions. They've had
The battle against advanced non-small cell lung cancer (aNSCLC) has seen significant strides with targeted therapies and immunotherapies. These treatments have shown promise in extending the lives of patients. However, there is a catch. The cost of these medications is sky-high. This raises importan
