A German backpacker, Carolina Wilga, made headlines after surviving 12 days in Australia's harsh Outback. She vanished on June 29, last seen in the tiny town of Beacon, where only 123 people live. A day after her abandoned van was found, a local spotted her wandering a forest trail, weak but unhurt.
Ovarian cancer treatment often involves surgery followed by chemotherapy. But when should the chemo start? This is a big question. A recent study looked into this. It wanted to see how the time between surgery and chemo affects survival rates. First, the basics. Ovarian cancer is serious. Surgery i
Prince Rupert Regional Hospital's emergency room has been hit hard by staff shortages. The emergency department had to close its doors for several hours on July 7 and 9 due to a lack of doctors and nurses. This is not an isolated incident. Across Northern Health, more than 90% of emergency room clos
Surviving a serious lung condition in the hospital's intensive care unit can change lives forever. Many people face lasting problems, known as post-intensive care syndrome (PICS). But what do these survivors and their caregivers think is most important for recovery? A study tried to find out. It as
New Zealand's public mental health services are facing a big problem. More and more psychiatrists are choosing to leave their jobs. This is a serious issue because it affects the care that people receive. There are many reasons why psychiatrists are leaving. One big reason is the workload. They hav
North High School's girls' basketball team recently showed that their skills extend beyond the court. They organized a youth camp where they not only taught younger players but also collected food donations for the local community. The team brought these donations to the Sojourner House, a shelter t
In Aotearoa New Zealand, a vital service called 1737 Need to Talk has been making waves since its launch in mid-2017. This service lets people reach out for mental health support via phone or text, offering a lifeline to those in need. The goal? To understand how this service is being used and who's
Seoul's food service market is facing a tough challenge. Many small businesses close within just three years. This is a big problem for South Korea's economy. But why does this happen? And how can we predict which areas will struggle in the future? A recent study took a deep dive into this issue. I
Ricky Martin, the famous Latin pop star, had a tense moment with journalist Billy Bush in the early 2000s. Bush, who was then working for "Access Hollywood, " asked Martin about his sexuality during an interview. This question led to a heated exchange. Martin was visibly upset and responded strongl
In the heart of Kyiv, a shocking event unfolded. A high-ranking officer from Ukraine's Security Service, known as the SBU, was tragically killed in a public parking lot. The incident, captured on camera, showed an unknown attacker approaching the officer and opening fire before escaping. The SBU, s
