You might think that with pediatric hypertension affecting around 3% of kids, it would be easy to spot and treat. But surprisingly, less than a quarter of these children are identified, and even when they are, over half don't get the help they need. Why is this happening? Let's look at what parents
Ever wondered why some online talks become super popular while others flop? It turns out that the amount of information packed into a talk plays a big role. Researchers found that when a talk covers too many topics, it can be tough for viewers to follow along. This makes the talk less appealing, esp
Former judge Michael Conahan, who was involved in a scandal known as 'Kids for Cash, ' has had his sentence shortened by President Biden. Conahan and another judge, Mark Ciavarella, were accused of sending kids to private detention centers for money. This scandal affected over 2, 500 kids, including
Ever thought about how the nerves and the immune system chat with each other? They do it with the help of tiny message bearers called neuropeptides. These little guys can either lend a hand or cause trouble during allergic reactions like eczema, asthma, or food allergies. Nerve cells and immune cell
Ever wondered what happens when you mix alcohol and cannabis? Researchers found that this combination can affect how college women respond to risky situations. They studied young women aged 18 to 24 who had been heavy drinkers or cannabis users in the past month. Using a method called ecological mom
President-elect Trump's tariff plans might hike video game console prices. The PS5 Pro could jump from $700 to $980 due to tariffs. Should you buy it now with a credit card or a buy now, pay later plan? Let's see if it's worth it! Tariffs could make the PS5 Pro 40% more expensive, says a study. If
Using contraception is a smart way to prevent unexpected pregnancies. But did you know that women who were born in other countries and now live in the US are less likely to use it compared to women born here? This study wanted to figure out why that is. They looked at data from a big survey done in
Scientists have made big strides in improving solar cells by adding photonic crystals. These tiny, repeating patterns can boost how well solar cells absorb and emit light. When tested, solar cells with surface photonic crystals showed an 89% increase in light brightness, while those with embedded ph
Get ready for some stormy days ahead on the East Coast! A huge storm system, stretching over 1, 000 miles, is quickly gaining strength. This system is expected to bring heavy rain, strong winds, and even severe weather to the Northeast. The most significant impacts are likely to happen on Wednesday
Imagine you're a doctor trying to diagnose a young, previously healthy adult with strange symptoms like swollen lymph nodes and inflammation. This could be a sign of something called Castleman disease, a rare condition where the immune system goes haywire. One type, called idiopathic multicentric Ca
