In a surprising turn of events, the U. S. government has reached an agreement with nine major pharmaceutical companies. The most talked-about part of this deal is Bristol Myers Squibb's decision to provide its popular blood thinner, Eliquis, at no cost to Medicaid recipients starting next year. Thi
Keeping hens healthy and productive is a big deal for farmers. A recent study looked at how molting affects hens in two different flocks. One group had access to free-range during molting, while the other did not. The study found that both groups saw a drop in egg production during molting, but they
Stroke recovery is a complex journey. It's not just about time and therapy. It turns out, certain chemicals in the body might give clues about how well someone can walk again after a stroke. Researchers looked into this by studying a group of stroke survivors. They focused on a specific chemical ca
A big surprise awaited students at the University of Washington. They thought they were in trouble, but instead, they learned that an anonymous donor had given $50 million to cover their tuition. This generous gift is for students in the Medical Laboratory Science Program. It will pay for their seni
Southern California saw a mix of relief and trouble during Christmas. Heavy rain finally eased up, but the ground is still soaked. This means flooding and mudslides could still happen, especially in areas burned by recent fires. The mayor of Los Angeles declared a state of emergency. A flood watch
In Pasadena, California, a pair of table tennis experts, Diego Schaaf and Wei Wang, have been quietly shaping Hollywood's ping pong scenes for decades. Their latest project? Transforming Timothée Chalamet into a convincing table tennis prodigy for the film "Marty Supreme. " Schaaf and Wang run Alph
In a world where conflicts and divisions seem to dominate headlines, King Charles III took a moment to remind everyone about the power of kindness and unity. His Christmas speech, delivered from the historic Westminster Abbey, was a call to action for people to focus on what brings them together rat
Regulators have a tough job. They need to make sense of tons of data from banks. This data is detailed and comes in many forms. The goal is to see how banks are alike or different. They look at things like size, loans, and how banks make money. But there's a problem. Not all banks report the same d
Healthcare in Thailand might get a big upgrade with a new idea called pharmacogenetic (PGx) testing. This test looks at a person's genes to figure out the best medicine for them. It's like a roadmap for doctors to pick the right treatment. Right now, doctors in Thailand often give a medicine called
Christmas Day isn't just about presents and turkey anymore. Football has snuck its way into the holiday fun. This year, three big games are happening. Let's break it down. First up, the Dallas Cowboys and Washington Commanders face off. This game kicks off at 1 p. m. ET. You can catch it on Netflix
