A lot of people don't realize that vitamin D deficiency is a big deal, especially for babies who are only breastfed, Breastfeeding is great, but if moms aren't getting enough vitamin D, their babies can have some serious issues. Babies who are born to mothers who are low on vitamin D can fa
Brain tumor patients and their loved ones deal with a lot of hurdles around the world. These issues range from access to treatment to emotional support, and they can make life harder for those affected. Imagine facing a serious health issue and not having the right care or support. This is a reality
Glenview's seventh annual Environment and Natural Resources Commission's Environmental Sustainability Awards event just wrapped up. This event is always a big deal. In 2024, three categories were recognized. The programme is designed to acknowledge and reward the efforts of local organisations, in
The average person isn't going to jack into a Neo-Matrix and start solving aging's mysteries anytime soon. So scientists are doing the next best thing. They came up with a new way to measure how old you really are. Of course that is not about wrinkles. Their mod is based on your heart's ele
February 5th was a day of big dreams. The college sports world watched as high school athletes in Baton Rouge signed their National Letter of Intent (NLI) to take their talents to the next level. NLI is a big deal it's like a formal agreement. High school sports stars are getting ready to join co
The food bank scene in south Louisiana is in turmoil. The head of Second Harvest Food Bank, Natalie Jayroe, has left the position after 19 years. This sudden change has stirred up a lot of talk and controversy. Hundreds of thousands of families in south Louisiana depend on this organization for food
To fully understand the mystery of Buruli ulcer disease, let's take a closer look at Mycobacterium ulcerans and its notorious toxin, mycolactone. Experts have long believed that the gruesome skin damage caused by this infection was due to mycolactone's direct toxic effects. This assumption
Imagine a world where sunlight could be our secret weapon against pollution and superbugs. First, let's talk about the bad guys: superbugs. These are bacteria that have become resistant to antibiotics, making them tough to defeat. These nasty microbes are a big problem for our health and th
Imagine chemicals that can break down pollutants in water. That's where MXene and MOF come in. These are super tiny structures, designed specifically to tackle the tough task of activating periodate (PI). PI is a strong oxidizing agent, so it can break down harmful substances in the water. But
Neoadjuvant therapy could be a game-changer in treating liver cancer. It is a type of cancer that starts in the bile ducts inside the liver. These bile ducts are like tiny tubes that help move waste from the liver to the gut. It is often caught late and is hard to treat. Doctors are now looking at
