Shigella infections are becoming harder to treat, especially in places like Bangladesh where people often prescribe their own antibiotics. Scientists have discovered that many Shigella germs are now resistant to multiple drugs, and some can even fight off several types of medicines at once. How do t
The COVID-19 pandemic has shaken up our world in many ways. One of the lesser-known impacts is how it's affected the heart health of children and teens. A big study recently looked into this, focusing on something called Life's Essential 8. These are the key factors that can influence heart health.
Ensuring the safety of medicines during pregnancy is really important, but it's tricky because pregnant women are often left out of clinical trials. This makes it hard to figure out how drugs might affect them. A recent study tried to solve this problem by using advanced AI and machine learning to p
Ever wondered how neural electrodes can be kept in top shape? Scientists have unveiled a simple method. By freeze-drying these electrodes, which are typically coated with a polymer called PEDOT-PSS, they can remain effective for much longer. Normally, electrodes begin to wear out after a few weeks,
Sjögren’s syndrome is an autoimmune disorder where the body attacks its own salivary and tear glands. It's rare for people with Sjögren’s to also have serious kidney issues like membranous glomerulonephritis, where the kidneys' filters get damaged. Even rarer is for these patients to develop cancer,
The 2024 Super Bowl in New Orleans is shaping up to be a musical extravaganza. Four talented musicians have been announced to perform during the pregame festivities before Kendrick Lamar's halftime show. The lineup includes Grammy-winner Jon Batiste, Christian artist Lauren Daigle, R&B singer Ledisi
Ever wondered how bubbles behave near underwater foils? Researchers have been studying this with advanced experiments and theories. They found that the shape and size of hydrofoils, which are used to create lift underwater, can greatly affect how bubbles change their shape and collapse. These tiny b
So, President-elect Donald Trump had a chat with Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum. This was their first talk since Trump said he'd raise tariffs on Mexico and Canada. Trump seemed happy, calling it a "productive conversation. " He said Sheinbaum agreed to stop migrants from coming into the U. S.
In an unexpected turn of events, Boise State's women's volleyball team has pulled out of their Mountain West Conference Championship match against San Jose State. The sudden withdrawal follows rumors about a transgender player on the San Jose State team. These rumors, though unsubstantiated, led to
We all know that salt is important for our health, but did you know that the right amount can vary, especially for older adults? Scientists looked into this, focusing on common issues called geriatric syndromes. They wanted to see how different normal ranges of salt in the blood, called serum sodium
