The medical device industry is grappling with confusion surrounding end-of-life (EOL) testing for reusable devices. The main issue is the differing expectations from U. S. and European Union regulators. Some believe that manufacturers should conduct EOL testing, while others think a warning in the u
In the town of Ballymena, Northern Ireland, a wave of anti-immigrant violence has left 17 police officers injured. This unrest followed a peaceful march supporting the family of a sexual assault victim. Two 14-year-old boys were charged in connection with the assault. The violence began after the ma
The link between mental toughness, adaptability, and eating disorders has been a hot topic. A recent study dug into how these factors play out across different races, ethnicities, and genders. It looked at data from over 24, 000 young adults. The study used three main tools. One measured how well pe
People with Parkinson's disease dementia (PDD) and Lewy body dementia (DLB) have different brain activities. Scientists looked at how much schooling people had. They wanted to see if it affected brain waves in these patients. They checked brain waves in people with PDD, DLB, and healthy older adu
Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is a common issue that causes pain and limits movement. Two treatments often discussed are platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and hyaluronic acid (HA). A recent study looked into how well these treatments work, especially when used together. PRP is a concentrate of platelets from t
Kids with acute lymphoblastic leukemia, or ALL, need swift and accurate diagnosis. This is where a new tool comes in. It is a biosensor that can spot even the tiniest traces of an enzyme called TdT. This enzyme is a key player in ALL. The biosensor uses a clever trick called cascade amplificatio
Zeolites are like superheroes in the chemical world. They are used to separate and process things in both gas and liquid forms. They are known for their special abilities: they can pick out specific molecules, soak up lots of stuff, be reused, and stay stable. One type of zeolite, called H-MFI, has
Doctors have been trying to figure out if liquid dye can help with bowel blockages without surgery. A recent study looked into how surgeons are using this dye and how it could be tested more thoroughly in the future. Surgery is often the go-to solution for bowel blockages. However, some doctors are
In the current political climate, NASA's advisory committees are facing significant changes. The Aerospace Safety Advisory Committee, mandated by Congress, has continued its work. However, the NASA Advisory Council and its various subcommittees have been on hold since the start of the second Trump a
The political world was abuzz with a surprising turn of events. The tension between former allies, Donald Trump and Elon Musk, reached a boiling point. The drama unfolded over a few days, with both sides trading harsh words on social media. The fallout was swift and public, leaving many to wonder
