In the world of medicine, sometimes the smallest tools make the biggest difference. A recent study shows how a special kind of surgery, called microscopically controlled surgery, is being used to treat a rare type of skin tumor. This tumor, known as eccrine porocarcinoma, is quite unusual and can be
Vape shops are places where people go to buy electronic cigarettes, e-liquids, and other vaping stuff. These shops are often busy, and many people use their products inside. This can lead to higher levels of nicotine and tiny particles in the air. A recent study checked out the air quality and safet
Ace Bailey, a young basketball talent, has always expressed his excitement about playing in the NBA, no matter the team. He's known for being humble and hardworking, but the media often portrays him differently. Some reports suggest he's picky about teams and refuses workouts, but that's not the ful
In 2021, a big change happened with Medicaid. The American Rescue Plan let states give pregnancy Medicaid coverage for 12 months after birth. This is a huge deal for new parents. But how is this new rule working out? No one really knows yet. Medicaid is a big help for many people. It pays for healt
Knee replacements can sometimes feel loose, causing pain and trouble for patients. Doctors use CT scans to check these implants, but current methods don't measure how loose they are. A new method uses CT scans taken while the knee is bent in different directions. This helps measure how much the impl
Tieguanyin tea, a beloved Chinese variety, is in trouble. The planet is getting hotter, and these plants are feeling the heat. But there's a tiny hero inside them: DOF genes. These little guys are like the tea plant's personal bodyguards, helping them grow and stay strong even when things get tough.
People are increasingly sharing their health journeys on social media. A recent study looked at how patients discuss total ankle replacements on Facebook and Instagram. The study found that most posts were about recovery milestones, not complications. This might give a skewed view of the procedure.
Wander Franco, a once-promising baseball star, now faces serious consequences after being found guilty of sexually abusing a minor in his home country, the Dominican Republic. The court's decision was clear, but the punishment was not as severe as many had hoped. Franco avoided jail time, receiving
The NBA draft's second round kicked off with a bang, as teams started swapping picks almost immediately. The Phoenix Suns made the first move, selecting Rasheer Fleming after a quick trade with the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Suns gave up the No. 36 pick and two future second-round picks to move up
Nike's stock price surged after the company shared its fiscal fourth-quarter results. The sportswear leader saw a 12% drop in revenue compared to last year, but it still managed to exceed what analysts had predicted. The company's profit also took a hit, falling to $211 million from $1. 5 billion th
