The US Department of Health and Human Services recently made a bold move. They ended a contract with Moderna. The contract was for developing an mRNA vaccine for bird flu. The reason given was that mRNA technology is not well-tested. This decision sparked a response from Pfizer's CEO, Dr. Albert Bou
In the world of public health, predicting the spread of diseases is crucial. One method gaining traction is model-based geostatistics. This approach uses location data to estimate the prevalence of neglected tropical diseases, like trachoma, in developing regions. Trachoma is a big deal in these are
Type 2 diabetes is a tough opponent. Once metformin is no longer enough, doctors have to pick between three other types of pills to help manage blood sugar. The choices are sulfonylureas, DPP4 inhibitors, and SGLT2 inhibitors. But how do doctors know which one will work best for each person? Thi
Vanessa Kirby had a lot to share with fans at the Comic Con Experience in Mexico. The 37-year-old actress, known for her role in "The Crown, " had a major announcement. She is expecting her first child. This news came as a surprise to many, but it was a delightful one. The event was a double celebr
The city of Tulsa, Oklahoma, is taking a significant step towards addressing one of the darkest chapters in American history. The 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre was a brutal event that left up to 300 Black residents dead and a thriving neighborhood in ruins. More than 100 years later, the city's mayor h
HMD, known for its Nokia-branded phones, is stepping into the smartwatch arena. Two new smartwatches are in the works, both powered by Wear OS. One of these devices is set to feature a unique 2-megapixel camera, a first for Wear OS watches. The HMD Rubber 1 is the larger of the two, boasting a 1. 8
Forever chemicals, also called PFAS, are sneaky troublemakers. They hide in everyday items like plastic containers and non-stick pans. Once inside the body, they can cause serious health issues, including cancer. These chemicals are tough to get rid of, but recent findings suggest that fiber might b
Fans were left in the dark when the much-anticipated women’s flyweight matchup between Erin Blanchfield and Maycee Barber was suddenly called off. The cancellation happened just as the fighters were about to enter the arena. Barber, who had already missed the weight limit by a small margin the day b
The presidential race in Poland is down to the wire, with two exit polls painting very different pictures. One poll shows conservative Karol Nawrocki slightly ahead with 50. 7% of the vote, while the other has liberal mayor Rafal Trzaskowski leading with 50. 3%. Both results are incredibly close, an
The Atlantic hurricane season is underway, and experts are sounding the alarm. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration forecasted 13 to 19 storms from June 1 to November 30. This is above the typical average of 14 storms per year. The reason? Warmer ocean temperatures are fueling more st
