Heart problems are not just for older folks. Young hearts are also at risk. This is a big deal. It's a wake-up call for everyone. Heart attacks in young people are rare, but they do happen. When they do, it's often sudden and unexpected. This is a red flag. It's a sign that something is not right.
Recent events have put a spotlight on the safety of common medications. Two major drug recalls have raised alarms about contamination and quality control issues. The first recall involves over 580, 000 bottles of a blood pressure medication. Tests showed it was tainted with a chemical that could cau
The Farmers’ Almanac, a beloved guide for farmers, gardeners, and weather lovers, is saying goodbye after 208 years. The final edition will be published in 2026, marking the end of a long-standing tradition. The decision to stop comes from the tough times in today’s media world. The Almanac’s team
Ever wondered how tiny structures can do big things? Well, scientists have found a way to use tiny glass patterns, called dielectric metasurfaces, to detect changes in their environment. These patterns are so small that they can't be seen with the naked eye, but they can do something amazing: they c
Bayesian statistics is a powerful tool for making sense of data. It helps us understand the uncertainty around our estimates. But what happens when our models are not perfect? This is called model misspecification. In such cases, Bayesian posteriors may not accurately reflect the true uncertainty. M
The mayor of Quincy, Massachusetts, Thomas Koch, is in hot water again. This time, it's because he accepted illegal campaign donations. State regulators found that Koch's campaign took money from corporations and anonymous donors, which is against the law. To settle the issue, Koch's campaign paid
In Cameroon, Paul Biya, aged 92, recently secured his eighth term as president. This victory is met with widespread skepticism, given the country's struggles with violence, corruption, and poor leadership. Biya's lengthy reign, spanning over four decades, has seen him serve as both prime minister an
California has taken a significant step to counter the national trend of redistricting favoring Republicans. Voters in the state approved a new congressional map that could give Democrats an advantage in five more seats. This move comes as President Trump pushes for redistricting in other states to
Orthopaedic surgery is a demanding field. It requires long hours and intense focus. But what happens when residents become parents? The Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) has set a standard. They require at least six weeks of paid leave for residents and fellows. This leave
A recent study looked at how concussions affect the muscles in the neck. The focus was on two things: when athletes can safely go back to playing sports and if they are more likely to get hurt afterward. The study involved 30 teens, mostly girls, around 16 years old. They had MRIs of their neck mus
