Over the past five years, emergency medical services (EMS) have seen some shifts in how they respond to kids with firearm injuries. We're talking about kids and teens aged 0-19. Let's break down what's changed from 2018 to 2022. First off, EMS crews are dealing with more firearm injuries among kids
Imagine being trapped more than 2 kilometers underground with no hope in sight. This is the harsh reality for hundreds of miners in South Africa's Buffelsfontein Gold Mine. They've been there for months, many fearing starvation or dehydration. Why? Because the mine was closed years ago, but these mi
Have you ever thought about where you'd want to be at the end of your life? It turns out, this is a big question for teens and young adults with advanced cancer. Many of them end up dying in hospitals, but how many actually want that? There’s not a lot of data on this, so we’re not sure how often th
Ever wondered what it's like for parents who choose not to vaccinate their preschool kids? A recent study took a close look at their stories to help healthcare workers understand their unique challenges. These parents aren't just sitting back; they're actively working to keep their little ones healt
In the rushing waters of the Jinsha River, two types of bacteria – free-living (FL) and particle-attached (PA) – play crucial roles in shaping the aquatic ecosystem. Despite their shared habitat, these bacteria have distinct ways of merging their communities, a process called coalescence. Scientists
The 2025 Grammys are still happening on Feb. 2 at Crypto. com Arena, despite the wildfires that have hit Los Angeles. Other Grammy Week events, like the MusiCares Person of the Year event and the Special Merit Awards, might be affected. The Recording Academy and MusiCares CEOs, Harvey Mason Jr. and
You know how the NBA always has a packed schedule? Well, they had to hit the pause button on three games this past Saturday. Turns out, Mother Nature had other plans. First off, those wildfires in California caused some serious disruptions. The San Antonio Spurs and the Los Angeles Lakers, along wi
Ever wondered what people involved in healthcare think about new pharmacists prescribing medicines right after they graduate? Well, a recent study took a deep dive into this topic. The General Pharmaceutical Council has changed the rules, allowing new pharmacists to prescribe from the moment they st
Ever wondered how hormones affect your moods as you grow up? The pituitary gland, or PG, is like the hormone control center in your body, especially during puberty. Scientists have known for a while that PG hormones can cause mental health changes in teens. Most studies look at the whole PG, but new
The Las Vegas Raiders have decided to part ways with their general manager, Tom Telesco, just two days after letting go of head coach Antonio Pierce. The team expressed gratitude for Telesco’s contributions but felt it was time for a change. Telesco’s one-season tenure was challenging, with the team
