FEVER

May 25 2025SPORTS

Fever's Frustration: A Look at WNBA Ref Calls

The Indiana Fever's coach, Stephanie White, is not happy with the officiating in the WNBA this season. The team's recent loss to the New York Liberty was particularly tough. The game ended with a score of 90-88, and it was a close one. There was a big moment late in the game that really got people t

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May 23 2025SCIENCE

The Evolution of Lice-Loving Bacteria

The way bacteria spread has changed a lot over time. Some bacteria have moved from ticks to lice. This switch often makes the bacteria more dangerous. Why and when this happened is a mystery. This is a story about one such bacteria, Borrelia recurrentis. A team of researchers dug up some ol

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May 17 2025SPORTS

Caitlin Clark's Journey: From Viral Photo to WNBA Powerhouse

Caitlin Clark's offseason workouts have significantly boosted her physical strength. This transformation is not just about looking good. It is about Clark's dedication to improving her game. Clark's journey began with a viral photo. It showed her flexing her muscles during the Big Ten women’s bask

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May 13 2025HEALTH

Pakistan's Battle with Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic Fever: A Decade in Review

The Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic Fever (CCHF) poses a significant threat to Pakistan. This is due to its location and the high number of cases in neighboring countries. The study looked at how CCHF cases spread over time and space in Pakistan. It also examined how temperature, rainfall, and seasons af

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May 10 2025HEALTH

Dengue Fever: How Ready Are Somalia's Health Workers?

Dengue fever has been making waves globally, and Somalia is no exception. In 2022, Mogadishu saw a surge in cases, highlighting the need for a closer look at how prepared healthcare workers are to tackle this issue. The focus is on understanding what these frontline workers know, how they feel abou

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Feb 26 2025HEALTH

Bali's Battle with the Dengue Virus

Bali is a place where people from all over the world go to enjoy the sun, sand, and surf. But there's a serious health problem on the island. Dengue fever, caused by the dengue virus, is a big issue. It's not just a minor illness. It can be deadly. The dengue virus is tricky. There are four main ty

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Feb 19 2025HEALTH

The Mystery of the Fever and Blood Clot Disease

Imagine a disease that causes a high fever and messes with your blood clots. This is Severe Fever with Thrombocytopenia Syndrome (SFTS). It's a new infectious disease that's been popping up in Asia. Researchers have been digging through studies to understand it better. They found that SFTS

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Feb 17 2025HEALTH

Weather, Pollution, and a Deadly Disease

Let's dive into something that might sound a bit scary but is super important to understand. We're talking about a disease called hemorrhagic fever with renal syndrome, or HFRS for short. It's a nasty bug that can mess with your kidneys and cause some serious bleeding issues. Now, you might be wond

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Feb 16 2025SCIENCE

Pig Farmers and Disease Prevention: A Corsican Challenge

Corsica, an island in the Mediterranean, is home to many free-range pig farmers. These farmers face a big challenge. New diseases, like African Swine Fever, are a real threat. To keep their pigs safe, farmers need to use biosecurity measures. These are steps to stop diseases from spreading. But, how

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Feb 13 2025ENVIRONMENT

Climate's Mixed Bag in Dengue Spread

Climate change is making it harder to control dengue fever. It's not just about the heat, though. The way rain falls and how long the dry season lasts also play a big role. Scientists in the Philippines looked at 16 different areas to figure this out. They used a fancy method to see how temperat

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