For over ten years, scientists have been testing a special combination of medications called the polypill. This pill is designed to tackle atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD), which is a fancy name for heart diseases caused by clogged arteries. Now, researchers are wondering if this same
California has a tough balancing act between addressing its housing crisis and managing wildfire risks. For decades, people have built homes in fire-prone areas, only to rebuild in the same spots after fires. This cycle repeats because of California's severe housing shortage. Despite the risks, more
Ever tried sleeping on a rock? A bad mattress can be just as comfy. It can cause serious pain and worsen health issues. That’s why the IRS lets you use your pre-tax dollars from a health savings account (HSA) or flexible spending account (FSA) for certain health-related items. But not everyone can u
President-elect Donald Trump chose actors Sylvester Stallone, Mel Gibson, and Jon Voight as his "Special Ambassadors to Hollywood. " His aim? To help the movie business bounce back after COVID and strike issues. The trio, who publicly praise Trump, will serve as his "eyes and ears" in the entertainm
Meet omadacycline, a superhero in the world of antibiotics! This new tetracycline agent fights bacteria that other drugs can't touch. How does it do it? By sneaking past their defenses – both the efflux pumps and the ribosomal methylation tricks. That's why omadacycline has a broader range of power
Ever wondered how hospitals can run smoothly, especially in busy emergency departments (EDs)? A recent study explored this, focusing on Australian and New Zealand EDs. Researchers looked at how continuous improvement (CI) and clinical practices (CP) affect the performance of these high-stress enviro
In the high-stakes world of elite basketball, knowing when a player is at their best can make all the difference. A recent study explored the handgrip test as a simple tool to gauge player readiness. The researchers wanted to see if this test could help coaches make better decisions about who plays
Want to know how many snow days are left for the Howard County Public School System (HCPSS)? With snow showers predicted in the upcoming days, it's a good question. But first, let's understand what's coming. Two rounds of snow are expected in Maryland before the polar vortex hits us. Roads might get
Imagine this: the world is about to end, and all you want to do is take one last road trip. That’s the premise of “When I’m Ready, ” a unique romantic thriller set to hit theaters this February. The film follows Rose and Michael, a young couple who decide to make the most of the world's final days b
Ever wondered how pharmaceuticals disappear from soils over time? Scientists have created a new mathematical model to figure out the answer. This clever tool treats soil particles like tiny balls, considering how tightly pollutants stick to them (called sorption) and how they break down (or dissipat
