Vaccine exemptions in New Jersey are on the rise, and it's not just a small increase. The numbers are growing fast, especially for religious reasons. In the 2024-25 school year, nearly 25, 000 kids skipped vaccines because of their family's religious beliefs. That's a big jump from just a decade ago
Apple has just rolled out a new subscription service called Creator Studio. It's a bundle of creative apps for a monthly or yearly fee. The service is now live, and people are starting to share their thoughts on it. The bundle includes apps like Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, and Pixelmator Pro. It also
Lung cancer is a major health issue, with many different types. RNA sequencing is a method used to study genes in cancer cells. It can identify fusion genes, which are mixed-up genes that can fuel cancer growth. This helps doctors choose the right treatment for each patient. In China, experts have
Nipah virus is a rare but dangerous illness. It usually starts in animals, like fruit bats, and can jump to humans. The death rate is high, between 40% to 75%, but it doesn't spread easily from person to person. This makes outbreaks smaller and more contained. The virus was first found in Malaysia
Kids with certain health issues need special pacemakers. These tiny devices help keep their hearts beating right. But for young ones, it's tricky. Their bodies are small. Doctors struggle to find the right spot to put the pacemaker. Usually, pacemakers have wires. These wires can cause problems. Th
Doctors in the U. S. are pushing back against recent changes to vaccine recommendations. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has released its own list of vaccines for kids and teens. This list is different from the one made by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The AAP's list
COVID-19 is still causing trouble, even though officials said the pandemic is over. New research shows the virus can cause long-term health problems, even in mild cases. This is concerning because the current administration is rolling back COVID policies and limiting vaccine access. The virus can a
The BAFTA nominations for 2026 are out, and it's clear that some films are stealing the spotlight. "One Battle After Another" and "Sinners" are leading the pack with a whopping 14 and 13 nominations respectively. This is a big deal because "One Battle After Another" had the most longlist mentions ev
A shift is happening in pediatric care. Many doctors are choosing to follow the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) vaccine schedule instead of the CDC's. This change comes after the CDC updated its guidelines this month. The AAP added a new RSV vaccine to its recommendations. The group is stickin
Measles is back with a vengeance in Europe. The World Health Organization (WHO) recently announced that several countries, including the UK, have lost their measles-free status. This news comes after a surge in infections across the continent. Spain, Austria, Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Uzbekistan also
