Picture this: Valentine's Day rolls around, and you're treated to a Marvel movie that feels like a stale, overprocessed snack. That's "Captain America: Brave New World" for you. It's the latest in Phase Five of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, but it's a bit of a letdown. Anthony Mackie takes the lead
Medical schools are under fire. Not from a new virus or a natural disaster. But from political attacks. These attacks are targeting programs that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion. These programs are crucial for creating a medical workforce that reflects the diverse population it serves. But
In a surprising turn of events, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , known for his vocal stance against vaccines, has moved one step closer to becoming the nation's health secretary. This happened after a Senate vote that aligned along party lines. This vote sets the stage for a final confirmation vote, likely t
Measles, a highly contagious disease, has made a comeback in two neighboring states. Over two dozen cases have been reported in Texas and New Mexico. The majority of these cases are concentrated in Gaines County, Texas, which has one of the highest rates of vaccine exemptions in the state. All confi
In January 2024, an 18-year-old teenager from Lancaster, Calif. found himself in serious trouble. Alan Filion would spend four years behind bars as punishment. He had made hundreds of toxic swatting calls. Swatting is a dangerous prank where a person makes a false call about a violent crime to a loc
In Japan, a special treatment called Granulocyte and Monocyte Adsorptive Apheresis (GMA) has been used to help people with a specific skin condition called palmoplantar pustulosis (PPP) and a joint condition called pustulotic arthro-osteitis (PAO). It works by removing cer
In Korea, vaccines are an essential part of public health, but you should sit tight to find out the kick in the cold water. These vaccines are really necessary when it comes to keeping check on babies young and vulnerable. It is no ordinary slope to analyze infant specific reactions to vaccinations.
Circular RNAs, or circRNAs, are unique RNA molecules that form a closed loop. They are found in every eukaryotic organism and are created through a special type of splicing called backsplicing. This process connects the ends of a linear RNA strand, resulting in a backsplice junction (BSJ) that's dif
Whooping cough, a disease that was once common in the 1800s, is making a worrying comeback. In 2024, more than 35, 000 cases were reported, and sadly, ten children lost their lives to the illness. This is the highest number of deaths since 2017, when 13 people died. The disease is caused by a bact
California is facing a tough flu season. The flu is making hospitals work hard. The flu is attacking California harder than it has in five years. Health experts are looking at the rate of positive flu tests in the state. Indeed the number of positive flu cases rea
