Doctors often feel uneasy when caring for adults with intellectual disabilities. That uncertainty can lead to rushed exams or missed problems, making healthcare harder for this group. A new study tackles the problem by creating a quick test—the SEC-ID—to check how confident doctors feel in these sit
Alaska’s school funding has dropped behind other states in a big way. While most states increased education spending by 26% from 2017 to 2022, Alaska only managed a 13% increase — barely enough to cover rising costs. Even when adjusted for Alaska’s high living expenses, the state still spends 15% le
The recent White House security breach reveals disturbing patterns about how personal grievances can escalate into violent acts. Investigators now understand that the suspect had been making alarming political statements for years. Family members described him as increasingly fixated on "fixing" per
A Vermont senator is catching flak for inviting Chinese AI officials to a Washington discussion, raising questions about America's tech strategy. Bernie Sanders will share a panel with two prominent figures from China's AI governance scene—both tied to government-backed committees. Critics argue thi
A major player in patient services just got bigger by taking over part of a rival’s hub operations. CareMetx, known for its tech-driven approach, now owns Cencora’s U. S. patient consulting unit, which handled free drug distribution and support services. The deal gives CareMetx more muscle in handli
In 2025, a wide survey of U. S. orthopedic trauma specialists revealed some surprising patterns in how these surgeons handle broken bones and serious injuries. The results show a shift in tools, techniques, and even small but important habits among doctors who treat trauma cases every day. One key
Less than a hundred years ago, music was something nearly everyone made. Children learned songs from parents, neighbors sang together at harvests, and towns had their own local sounds. Today, most of us are listeners, not makers. Generative AI is about to push that shift even faster, turning music f
When people qualify for Medicaid through the expansion program, they gain immediate access to health care. This study looks beyond the first few months and asks whether those benefits stick around over time. Researchers followed adults who joined the program and tracked their financial health for
The shooting that shocked a major political event last Saturday sparked more than just fear. It opened a mirror to how society reacts when violence hits its core. Instead of a shared condemnation, the response split along familiar lines—each side ready to point fingers or label the incident a hoax.
Scientists studied a way to help rats with brain damage that mimics human cerebral palsy. They used tiny packages called exosomes, which come from stem cells. These vesicles carry useful signals that can calm inflammation and support brain repair. The team gave the exosomes to rats that had suffere
