Whooping cough, also called pertussis, is becoming more common in the U. S. It can be very serious, especially for babies. The disease can cause severe breathing problems and even be life-threatening for infants under two months old. Many people think of whooping cough as a bad cough with a "whoop"
Politics and medicine should not mix, but sometimes they do. A recent example is U. S. Rep. Nancy Mace's claim that Tylenol use during pregnancy is linked to autism. This claim is not backed by science. It is important to note that major medical groups, like the American College of Obstetricians and
The COVID-19 pandemic put the spotlight on how well the United States could manage vaccination efforts. Unlike many other countries, the U. S. left much of the decision-making to individual states. This created a patchwork of policies and strategies across the country. The goal was to see how these
A person who tried to harm a Supreme Court judge got a big punishment. But it wasn't as big as some wanted. The judge in the case, Deborah Boardman, gave Sophie Roske about eight years in prison. This was much less than the 30 years that prosecutors wanted. Roske had a gun and other tools when they
AMC Entertainment has made a significant move to improve its financial standing. The company has managed to cut down its debt by nearly $40 million. This reduction is part of a larger plan to reorganize its finances, which was put into action earlier this year. What's interesting here is that AMC a
Senator Rand Paul recently spoke out about a big issue in healthcare. He believes that during the pandemic, the idea of informed consent took a backseat. This is when patients and doctors make medical decisions together, based on what's best for the individual. Paul pointed out that the government
Alaska is still seeing COVID-19 cases, but some folks might have to wait a bit to get their shots. The state's health team is still pushing for people to get vaccinated, but they've tweaked their advice to match what the big shots at the CDC are saying. They're now suggesting that everyone aged 6 mo
Sean "Diddy" Combs is in hot water with federal prosecutors pushing for a hefty 11-year prison sentence. This comes after his conviction on two counts of transporting individuals for prostitution. The judge will make the final call on Friday. Prosecutors are not holding back. They want Combs to ser
Nvidia's recent $100 billion bet on OpenAI has sparked debates. The company is investing heavily in its own customers, creating a tangled web of deals. This raises questions about whether the AI boom is truly strong or just inflated by these circular transactions. Nvidia isn't just selling chips; i
Herbal medicine is gaining traction, but it's not a quick fix. It's a lifestyle change. Michael Johnson, a key figure in the herbal wellness world, emphasizes this point. He's seen a surge in people turning to natural remedies, not just for physical health, but also for mental, emotional, and spirit
