The National Weather Service decided to lift the tornado watch for most counties in South Carolina, including those in the Lowcountry. This watch was initially set to last until 1 p. m. for Charleston, Berkeley, Dorchester, Colleton, Beaufort, Orangeburg, Hampton, Jasper, and Allendale Counties. The
Respiratory syncytial virus, often called RSV, is a big problem for little kids. Babies under a year old get sick the most from this virus. Recently, Australia approved a new vaccine that protects moms during pregnancy, so their babies stay healthier. It's a smart move to check if this vaccine is wo
Congress recently passed the Social Security Fairness Act, which is good news for teachers, police officers, firefighters, and other public employees. This new law means they can now get their full Social Security benefits back. These benefits were taken away by two old laws called the Windfall Elim
Have you ever wondered how some long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) can play a role in heart disease? Well, let's dive into the story of lncRNA uc003pxg. 1 and miR-339-5p, two players in the complex game of cardiovascular health. These tiny molecular actors have been found to influence the proliferation,
Living in Palm Beach, Florida, has always been synonymous with luxury and exclusivity. However, the recent surge in real estate prices, dubbed the "Trump bump, " has brought about an unexpected side effect: a rise in opportunistic crimes. Local authorities have been quietly warning residents to keep
Ever wondered how Spider-Man juggles superhero duties with high school? Marvel's upcoming animated series, "Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man, " gives us a sneak peek into Peter Parker's world. This 10-episode series, debuting on Disney+ on Jan. 29, follows Peter as he learns the ropes from a su
Imagine you're a young athlete who has just recovered from a concussion. You're eager to get back in the game, but did you know that how you feel right after your injury could influence your chances of getting hurt again? That's what a recent study set out to discover. Researchers followed a gr
Early Sunday in the Upstate region of South Carolina saw some exciting weather, with several tornado warnings kicking off the day. These warnings started around 6:15 a. m. and wrapped up by about 9:15 a. m. , affecting both the Upstate and parts of Western North Carolina. As of now, no tornadoes hav
Houston's weather turned wild again on Saturday, December 28, with severe storms causing widespread damage and one tragic death. This marked the second occurrence of tornadoes in just three days. Meteorologists have reported nine tornadoes, and confirmation is awaited from the National Weather Servi
Recent research focused on predicting functional impairment in older adults after being hospitalized for osteoporotic vertebral fractures (OVF). While conservative treatments are common for OVF, some patients still face difficulties with daily tasks once they are discharged. The study aimed to creat
