As the 2010s drew to a close, Sweden's traditional media outlets were talking more about climate change than ever before. This was especially true during the summer of 2018, when a severe drought and wildfires hit the country, and the Fridays for Future movement, led by Greta Thunberg, gained tracti
You know how a stroke can really tire you out? Well, scientists have been digging into the reasons behind this post-stroke fatigue. They found that the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), which is famous for causing mononucleosis, might be involved. They checked out a bunch of people who had strokes over five
Gammaherpesviruses are known for causing cancer and lifelong infections in humans. Unfortunately, there are no approved vaccines for major types like Epstein-Barr virus or Kaposi sarcoma herpesvirus. Scientists often use a virus called murine gammaherpesvirus-68 (MHV68) to study these infections in
Invasive snails, like the freshwater snail, have made a big impact on food, the environment, and even our health. But they don't get the attention they deserve. Scientists wanted to know the best way to study viruses in snails. So, they compared two methods: whirling them really fast in either cesiu
In 1979, Iran experienced a dramatic shift when the Islamic Republic took power. This new regime rolled back decades of progress for women's rights, imposing strict rules like mandatory hijabs and banning women from many jobs. The changes were swift and harsh. Women were segregated, punished for dis
Imagine this: after a high-profile boxing match, one of the ring girls becomes an overnight sensation. That's exactly what happened to Sydney Thomas, a 21-year-old model and University of Alabama student, following the Mike Tyson-Jake Paul fight in November 2024. During a podcast appearance, Sydney
Have you ever thought about what happens when your lungs get hurt? Things like pneumonia, sepsis, or even COVID-19 can cause a huge inflammatory reaction, leading to conditions like acute lung injury (ALI) and acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). These issues happen when different types of lu
Emirates, the Dubai-based airline, has made a name for itself by sponsoring a wide range of sports teams and events globally. These sponsorships aren't just about money; they're about building brand awareness. One of the longest partnerships is with Arsenal FC in London, where Emirates' name has bee
With respiratory illnesses on the rise, Corewell Health has put new visitor rules in place at its Southeast Michigan hospitals. From now on, only two visitors can be with a patient during the day, and just one at night. These rules started on January 10, 2025, and affect several hospitals like Corew
Did you know that most online pharmacies are actually illegal? That’s right, according to a recent report, nearly all of the 35, 000 online pharmacies are breaking the law. This means that the medicines you buy might not work, or worse, they could harm you. These websites often look real, but they d
