Medical schools are under fire. Not from a new virus or a natural disaster. But from political attacks. These attacks are targeting programs that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion. These programs are crucial for creating a medical workforce that reflects the diverse population it serves. But
CVS Health Corporation recently shared its financial performance for the final quarter and the entire year of 2024. The earnings per share (EPS) for the fourth quarter, following Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), dropped to $1. 30 from $1. 58 the previous year. This decrease was mainl
Elon Musk has thrown a massive $97 billion offer at OpenAI, the company led by Sam Altman. This offer, however, hasn't even been formally presented to OpenAI yet. So, what's the point of making an offer that hasn't been seen by the intended recipient? This move raises some eyebrows and questions abo
The healthcare system in North-Rhine/Westphalia (NRW) is on the brink of a major shakeup. The state's ambitious plan aims to boost healthcare quality and efficiency, possibly setting a precedent for the rest of the country. However, there could be a downside. The State Ministry of Labor, Health, and
The role of Medicaid in shaping telehealth services in Federally Qualified Health Centers is a hidden story. These centers are key hubs for providing healthcare to communities in need. Telehealth, as we know, is a way of delivering medical care using technology. People often wonder how these cente
In the world of boxing, Shaquille O’Neal, a massive name in basketball, has sparked a lot of chatter. He shared his bold prediction for the upcoming fight between Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford this September at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. The fight is part of Canelo's four-fight deal with
Circular RNAs, or circRNAs, are unique RNA molecules that form a closed loop. They are found in every eukaryotic organism and are created through a special type of splicing called backsplicing. This process connects the ends of a linear RNA strand, resulting in a backsplice junction (BSJ) that's dif
Zika, a virus carried by mosquitoes, is still out there. It doesn't show up in most people, but it can cause big problems for babies in the womb. The peak time for Zika was back in 2015-2016 in the Americas. Since that time, the number of cases has gone down worldwide. However, there are st
'Breast cancer research is always working to improve. Researchers have come up with a cutting edge system. Simulations using polarized Monte Carlo methods enhance the clarity of tissue structures. ' 'Experiments run aimed at detecting tumours at the edges where you'd guess thick slices of the tissu
Imagine a lab where tiny cells are treated with different amounts of new drugs. Researchers check how these cells react on a spinning disk. Scientists need to find out how these drug concentrations affect the cells. A spinning device creates this environment swiftly. Usually, this happens by hand, t
