Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes of a factory or an office? The folks at the American Journal of Industrial Medicine have been diving deep into this question for their 2024 review. It's not just about counting the number of workers or the machines they use. No, they're looking at the nit
Meet Mr. Johnson, a 67-year-old man who fell ill with fever, diarrhea, and stomach pain. These symptoms lasted for a week before tests showed he had typhoid fever. Typhoid is a disease caused by the bacteria Salmonella Typhi, often spread through contaminated food or water. While usually an intestin
Ever wondered if having food allergies could affect your ability to conceive? A recent study in North America explored this question. The researchers looked into how self-reported food allergies might correlate with fecundability, which is the likelihood of getting pregnant each menstrual cycle. Th
Heavy metals, like copper (Cu), lead (Pb), cadmium (Cd), and zinc (Zn), are a big worry because they stick around in the environment and can be harmful. Scientists wanted to know how these metals move and stick in porous soil, like what you'd find underground. They did tests using columns filled wit
Have you ever wondered what happens to industrial gases like hydrofluoroolefins (HFOs) and hydrochlorofluoroolefins (HCFOs) when they break down in our atmosphere? They don't just disappear; instead, they change into other chemicals. Let's take CF3CHO, for example. Scientists were curious if this tr
Did you know that the amount of DNA in a bacterial cell can actually slow down its growth? That’s what scientists found out when they studied E. coli bacteria. They used advanced tracking and imaging tools to see how DNA affects the cell's growth and the types of proteins it makes. When bacteria ca
Tyson Fury, the beloved boxer known as ‘The Gypsy King, ’ is preparing for a big fight against Oleksandr Usyk. Recently, former UFC fighter Chael Sonnen shared his thoughts on Fury’s singing skills. Sonnen loves how Fury sings “American Pie” by Don McLean after his wins, dedicating it to his wife an
Get ready for some wet holidays! California is bracing for a series of storms that might ruin some travel plans. Starting Sat morning, rain will hit San Francisco and Oakland, expect about a quarter to a third of an inch. The same day, North Bay valleys could get half an inch to three-quarters, whil
Scientists are rethinking when humans first arrived in the Americas. New evidence suggests people were here much earlier than previously thought. They might have lived alongside giant sloths and mastodons for thousands of years without causing their extinction. In Brazil, fossils show signs of bein
Three Black men, Alvin Jackson, Emmanuel Jean Joseph, and Xavier Veal, have settled a lawsuit against American Airlines after being ordered off a flight last year. The airline agreed to an "amicable resolution, " aiming to ensure a safe and inclusive travel experience for everyone. The incident occu
