Incarceration can turn minor health issues into life-threatening situations. Across the U. S. , people in prisons, jails, and detention centers often face severe consequences due to delayed or ignored medical care. For instance, a broken arm in a Mississippi prison led to amputation, and a man in a
In Queensland, Australia, a recent look into medical records of people who had their first psychotic episode showed something interesting. Before they were referred to early psychosis services, only a small number of these individuals were prescribed stimulants or medicinal cannabis. But after their
Brazil's gold mining history has left a messy mark. Mercury, used to extract gold, has polluted the environment in ways that are hard to undo. This isn't just a problem for nature; it's a health risk for people too. Mercury gets into the environment in three main ways. First, new mercury is added d
Exercise is good for your heart and kidneys, but too much can cause problems. The kidneys work hard to keep your body balanced during physical activity. They adjust blood flow and filter waste. But if you push too hard, especially in hot weather or without enough water, your kidneys can get stressed
A woman was hurt in a sudden attack at Macy's in Manhattan. The incident happened in the bathroom while she was changing her baby's diaper. The suspect, Kerri Aherne, was recently released from a psychiatric hospital. Aherne, 43, was arrested and will stay in jail without bail. She told police that
RFK Jr. has been making waves in public health, and not in a good way. He's been shaking things up at the Health and Human Services (HHS) since February, and the results aren't pretty. His actions have been more about pushing personal beliefs than improving public health. First off, he fired all 17
Trouble is still brewing on the Thailand-Cambodia border. Even after U. S. President Trump said both countries agreed to stop fighting, the shooting hasn't ceased. Thai officials say they never agreed to a truce, and Cambodia hasn't said anything about Trump's claim. Instead, Cambodian media reporte
In a surprising turn of events, scientists have found a new type of tiny worm in Utah's Great Salt Lake. This worm, named Diplolaimelloides woaabi, is not like any other worm found in the world. It's part of a group of worms usually found in salty places like oceans, but this one is different. The
The University of Michigan's athletic department is facing serious questions about its culture and leadership. Sherrone Moore, a former coach, was recently fired and charged with serious crimes. This incident has brought attention to the department's handling of misconduct. Investigators are lookin
Heart disease runs in the Murray family. Kevin Murray, a 72-year-old from Tampa, knows this all too well. He had a close call with a serious heart condition in 2003. He needed emergency surgery. This event changed his life. He now checks his heart health every year. In 2021, Murray switched doctors
