The Syl's restaurant property in Rockdale has been empty for over two years. The restaurant was a popular spot until it shut down in January 2023. The owner, Don "Duke" Williams, passed away in November 2022 from a heart attack. His wife, Maura Williams, announced the closure on Facebook. The res
Rochester, Minnesota, is seeing some changes in its retail scene. Recently, New Spin, a popular spot for bikes and disc golf gear, closed its downtown location. The store at 401 N. Broadway Ave. Suite 150 is now empty. This closure is part of a broader trend in the area, with other businesses also s
The fight between bacteria and viruses is a complex one. Bacteriophage Sf14 is a virus that targets Shigella flexneri. This bacteria is a nasty bug that can make people sick. It loves to hide in the gut but can also survive in water. This virus is part of a group called moogleviruses. They are lik
The world of microbes living in the soil around cowpea roots is a bustling ecosystem. These tiny organisms play a big role in how plants handle stress, like drought. But what exactly happens to these microbial communities when the rain stops? This is what a recent investigation set out to find. The
Osteoarthritis is a widespread condition that affects many people. Unfortunately, there are few effective treatments besides surgery. This is where molecular docking comes in. It's a technique used in drug discovery to find new compounds that can treat diseases. Until now, it hasn't been used to fin
Epilepsy monitoring units (EMUs) are crucial for managing epilepsy patients. These units often require nurses to handle complex evaluations that can increase risks for patients. To address this, the National Association of Epilepsy Centers has set up guidelines for training nurses in advanced epilep
The digital age is here, and it is transforming many aspects of life. However, the digital health care ecosystem is still in its infancy in South Africa. This is especially true in the field of health sciences education. There is a huge opportunity for change. The potential benefits are vast. T
The liver fluke, Fasciola hepatica, is a sneaky invader. It causes fasciolosis in both humans and animals. The parasite's journey starts when it hitches a ride on contaminated plants. Once inside the body, it transforms into a newly excysted juvenile (NEJ) in the small intestine. Then, it sneaks thr
Women with HIV face a higher risk of a liver condition called metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease. This condition is quite common among them. Gut health might play a bigger role in this than previously thought. Gut damage and the movement of microbes from the gut into the blood
Mental health is a big deal. It affects how people think, feel, and act. It's not just about hospitals. Cities and towns have a big role to play too. They can help people with mental health issues in many ways. This is what experts call cross-sectoral collaboration. It's about different groups worki
