You might think floods only cause water damage to homes, but they can also increase the number of deaths in certain groups. A recent study investigated death records from 2001-2018 in the United States and found some surprising results. They used high-detail flood information and a special statistic
Imagine you're a nurse in a Swedish cancer clinic, focusing on spiritual care for your patients. Now fast forward two decades. How have your understandings changed? This mixed method study dives into precisely that. Back in 2003, nurses had a straightforward view. They tied spiritual care to religi
Scientists are delving into how the surface of materials affects their ability to change phases. They're focusing on a thin layer of a compound called Germanium-antimony-tellurium (GST). This layer can either become crystal-like or amorphous (like glass). They're using a special math model called th
The EN ISO 15189:2022 standard, released on December 6, 2022, is a major update for medical labs across Europe. It replaces the older standards EN ISO 15189:2012 and EN ISO 22870:2016. The European Federation of Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Medicine (EFLM) has created a new guide to help labs u
You might have heard about Morgan Stanley's recent exit from the UN-backed Net-Zero Banking Alliance. They're not alone, with big names like Goldman Sachs and Bank of America also taking a step back. So, what's the deal? Critics are pointing fingers at conservative groups who aren't fans of environm
Hey, weather watchers! It's time to grab those woolly sweaters because the warm days are taking a break. This weekend, say adios to the nice 60°F temps and welcome the cool 40°F. You might also get some sprinkles and hear far-off thunder. This cool trend could hang around, so expect more of the same
McDonald's is on a mission to go green, but their new "sustainable" straws are leaving customers unhappy. These flimsy plastic straws just can't handle the chain's famous milkshakes or sodas. Some folks even need to use two or three straws to get the job done. Isn't that kind of missing the point of
Ever wondered how the heat outside could influence what happens inside our cities? Well, it turns out that the temperature can have a pretty big impact on violent crime rates. Scientists have been studying this for years, but most of the time, they look at long periods and assume the effects are str
Red Bull just lost a big chunk of cash. Bybit, a Singapore-based cryptocurrency exchange, was a major sponsor for Red Bull's F1 team. They had a three-year deal worth $150 million. But that's over now, and Red Bull's website has already taken down Bybit's name from their partners list. No renewal,
Alaska's red king crabs, known for their massive size and delicious meat, are not just beloved seafood but also a vital resource for many communities. These crabs live in the rich and icy waters of the North Pacific, facing threats like climate change and overfishing. To better understand and protec
