Sepsis-induced coagulopathy (SIC) is a serious condition that can lead to widespread blood clotting and bleeding. It's often seen as an early warning sign for more severe health issues. While it's known that SIC can increase the chances of dying, its role in predicting blood clots and bleeding is still not fully understood. To shed some light on this, a study was con...
Senator Jim Justice, a Republican from West Virginia, has found himself in a financial pickle. He's agreed to pay back nearly $5. 2 million in overdue personal taxes. This isn't his first rodeo with money troubles. The senator, who was once worth billions, has seen his fortune shrink dramatically over the years. Justice's legal team and the federal government recent...
In New York, a decades-old mystery is back in the spotlight. Prosecutors are set to retry a man accused of killing 6-year-old Etan Patz in 1979. This is the third time this case is going to trial. Pedro Hernandez, now 64, was convicted in 2017, but an appeals court overturned that decision. The court said the judge made a mistake in how the jury was told to handle He...
Hospital stays can be tough on kids, but one hidden danger is blood clots. These clots, known as hospital-acquired venous thromboembolism (HA-VTE), can be serious. To figure out how often these clots happen, researchers looked at data from multiple hospitals. The CHAT risk assessment model had already identified factors that put kids at risk, but it didn't predict ho...
Tara Reid, known for her roles in movies like "American Pie" and "The Big Lebowski, " had a scary experience recently. She ended up in a Chicago hospital after she thinks someone put something in her drink. She wants everyone to know how important it is to keep an eye on your drink. She was at a hotel bar, had a glass of wine, and left it to go outside for a smoke. ...
In the early hours of a Saturday morning, a quiet neighborhood in Northridge was shattered by gunfire. A 22-year-old woman, Maria De La Rosa, was inside a parked car with two others when tragedy struck. Two men approached the vehicle and opened fire, leaving Maria fighting for her life. Maria was known for her love of music and her dreams of becoming a singer. Her a...
Mercy Ships is on a mission to bring advanced healthcare to some of the most remote places in the world. They use two large hospital ships, the Global Mercy and the Africa Mercy, to serve low-income communities in Africa. These ships are like floating cities, with over 800 people on board, including medical staff, families, and volunteers. The ships dock in areas whe...
AI toys are becoming more popular, but experts are worried. These toys use advanced technology to chat with kids, acting like friends. The problem? They might not be good for children's emotional growth. Experts say these toys can replace real friendships. Kids learn about relationships from interacting with others. But AI toys give a fake version of friendship. Thi...
Lisa Vanderpump is making waves in the hospitality world. Her new hotel in Las Vegas is set to open in spring 2026. This isn't just any hotel. It's a complete makeover of The Cromwell, a boutique hotel on the famous Las Vegas Strip. Vanderpump is deeply involved in every detail. From design to manufacturing, she's hands-on. This level of commitment is rare, accordin...
Parents and kids often share more than just looks or hobbies. They can also share stress levels. This is called cortisol synchrony, where the stress hormone cortisol in parents and children aligns. But what causes this synchrony is still a mystery. This makes it tough to know how to help families improve their stress connection. Cortisol is a hormone that plays a bi...