A powerful winter storm is causing havoc in the central U. S. , bringing heavy snow, ice, and plunging temperatures. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued blizzard warnings for Kansas and Missouri, where travel could be dangerous or even impossible. The storm is expected to affect states all
Hey Lincoln residents! Snow is heading your way, and the city has issued a snow emergency. This means no parking on crucial roads, like those used by schools and buses. You can find these routes on the city's website under "Parking Bans & Ordinances". City crews are working hard, treating these road
Have you ever heard of a rotator cuff repair? It's a common surgery to fix tears in the shoulder. But what happens when these repairs don't last? A recent study explored how re-tears after surgery affect shoulder function in the long run. Let's dive into the details! Firstly, what is a re-tear? It'
Every day, people visit the emergency department with lower back pain. Some receive imaging tests like X-rays or MRIs, but is this always necessary? The Rheumatology Association of Australia thinks not. They've flagged this practice as offering little value when the condition doesn't suggest a serio
A big chill is on its way to the Coastal Bend! The National Weather Service in Corpus Christi has warned about a strong cold front that's expected to hit on Sunday night. While it's not certain how low the temperatures will drop, there's a chance it could get as cold as freezing in some areas. This
This weekend, Illinois is bracing for a heavy snowstorm. The National Weather Service predicts up to 12 inches of snow, as a major winter storm moves from the Central Plains towards the Midwest. Meteorologists say the heavy snow could cover the region by Monday, with icy conditions likely to persist
Arthroscopic surgery has been a game-changer for treating meniscal injuries. But what if we tweak the way we access the knee joint? Researchers are exploring a new approach called arthroscopic channel modification. Instead of using the usual path, surgeons create a different way to reach the affecte
Let's dive into how our thoughts and feelings can greatly impact how ready we are for disasters, especially in places like the mountainous regions of China. Researchers have been looking at the link between our minds and how well we prepare for four different kinds of disaster situations. They've al
By 2050, Americans are expected to live longer, but not as long as people in other wealthy nations. The problem? Unhealthy lifestyles, like indulging in junk food and drug abuse, are slowing down this progress. Wealthier states with more cities, often led by Democratic leaders, are faring better. Po
Ever heard of bird flu? It's a virus that's been making headlines recently. The virus, called H5N1, has been spreading through poultry and even dairy cows. In the United States, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has reported 66 human cases so far, with most being in California. The viru
