This week, the North Bay beaches are in for a wild ride. The National Weather Service has warned that big waves and high tides are on their way, which could lead to some serious hazards and even flooding. First, the waves. After a weekend of some seriously strong waves, another round is expected to
Massachusetts is preparing for its first significant snowfall of the season. The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm watch for December 2, with central and western regions expected to receive the most snow. This early-season snowfall is predicted to be heavy and wet, making travel cha
The DC area is bracing for a cold and windy start to December. Wind chills will drop to the 20s in the morning and hover in the 30s during the afternoon on Monday. As the day turns into night, light snow might make an appearance. Some parts of Virginia and Maryland could see a bit of snow, but in D
Over the past decade, health economists have been paying more attention to the bigger picture when evaluating the value of medical treatments. A recent study looked at nearly 8, 000 cost-effectiveness analyses (CEAs) from 2013 to 2023. These studies compare the costs and benefits of different health
College life can be tricky, but some books from 2025 offer great advice to help students and educators. "Hacking College" talks about how students can make the most of their college experience by focusing on their interests and not just their major. It's like a guide to making college work for you,
In a show of community spirit, a credit union from Saginaw Township recently handed over a $1, 000 check to help in the battle against breast cancer. The money, raised throughout October, is headed to the MyMichigan Health Foundation in Midland. This cash boost will go towards educating patients, pr
A big change is coming to how medicines are priced between the U. S. and Britain. The U. S. and Britain just made a deal. This deal means no extra taxes on medicines and medical tech. Britain will now spend more on new medicines. This is a big shift in how things work. The deal says Britain will pa
Mara Shapiro, a student at the University of Virginia, knows firsthand how a medical emergency can turn life upside down. Last February, she had a severe reaction to food poisoning. But for her, it was more than just an upset stomach. She has Addison's disease, a rare condition that can make even a
Hepatitis B is a sneaky virus. It can hide in the body for years without showing any signs. This makes it dangerous because people might not even know they have it until it's too late. The virus can cause serious problems like liver failure and cancer. Babies are especially at risk. If they get infe
On Dec. 2, sports fans have a lot to look forward to. The day kicks off with some exciting hockey matches. First up, Lulea Hockey takes on Ilves Tampere at noon, followed by ERC Ingolstadt versus Frolunda Gothenburg at 2:30 p. m. Both games are on NHL Network. College basketball is also in full swi
