Inside our bodies, there's something called the circadian clock. It's like a tiny timekeeper that controls our daily rhythms and interacts with our environment. When we talk about infection, it can change how these 'clock' genes work. In zebrafish, this is affected by light. Scientists wanted to see
In a bid to curb carbon emissions, many cities have been pushing folks to ditch cars and hop on bikes instead. Unfortunately, pedaling through traffic might not be as healthy as it sounds. Cyclists often breathe in more polluted air than others, especially in congested cities. To shed some light on
Tech companies heavily relying on Chinese manufacturing might face tough times if Donald Trump's trade policies intensify. With Trump's reelection, U. S. -China trade tensions could escalate, potentially hurting businesses with significant exposure to Chinese suppliers. Trump proposed universal tari
Ever wondered how what you eat can affect your mood? Well, let’s talk about a fascinating link between your gut bacteria and depression. Scientists have found that long-term alcohol use, known to raise the risk of depression, might be influenced by something found in our bellies - short-chain fatty
You might be surprised to hear that certain pesticides could raise your risk of getting prostate cancer. A team from Stanford University looked into this over many years, as prostate cancer takes a long time to develop. They found that 22 specific pesticides were linked to a higher chance of getting
In the Panhandle Health District, kids are becoming little health heroes! Each spring, the district's Lead Health Intervention Program visits schools to teach third to fifth graders about lead exposure. This year, students from Harrison Elementary, Pinehurst Elementary, and Silver Valley Christian A
In a sad turn of events, a child in Ontario, Canada has passed away due to rabies. Health officials reported that the child was exposed to the virus after waking up with a bat in their room. The parents didn't notice any bites or scratches and unfortunately, didn't get the rabies vaccine right away.
When a storm hits, the cleanup that follows can be just as challenging. Water left behind may look harmless, but it often hides chemicals, sewage, oil, gas, and other hazardous substances. This is what experts like Danna Thompson from the South Carolina American Lung Association want you to know. M
In California, two farm workers have been found positive for bird flu. This marks the first time people in the state have gotten this virus. The United States Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said they caught it from dairy cows at work. These cases are separate, meaning there's no con
A patient in Missouri has tested positive for bird flu, but there's a puzzling twist: they had no known contact with infected birds or animals. This raises a critical question: how did they get infected? This case marks the 14th human infection in the U.S. since March, when the virus was first dete
