You know how important vaccines are, right? Especially when it comes to deadly diseases like measles and Japanese encephalitis. A recent study in Ranchi, India, looked at how well kids aged 2-5 were getting their measles and Japanese encephalitis vaccines. They checked 604 kids and found that most g
Health insurance company Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield has decided not to go ahead with a policy change that would have put a limit on how much they pay for anesthesia during medical procedures. This change was announced after the company faced weeks of criticism from doctors and healthcare professi
Timothy Hutton, an Oscar-winning actor, has finally settled a long-standing legal battle with the producers of the TV show 'Leverage'. The lawsuit began in 2022 when Hutton claimed he was unfairly cut from the show's reboot due to old sexual assault allegations. Despite the case being dismissed by p
In the bustling city of Jhalawar, a striking gap exists in the immunisation of kids aged 12-23 months living in urban slums. More than a third of these children aren't fully immunised. A closer look reveals that kids from families with a lower standard of living are less likely to be fully immunised
Researchers are exploring new ways to make artificial blood vessels work better. One big challenge is keeping these small-diameter vessels from clogging or getting inflamed after surgery. A key step is finding materials that can release helpful substances slowly and create a good environment for new
Four years back, Jay Bhattacharya was shunned by colleagues at Stanford and silenced on social media for his views on the pandemic. He's come a long way since then. President-elect Donald Trump has nominated him to lead the National Institutes of Health (NIH). If approved, this could be a big win fo
Ever wondered how Pakistan can make sure everyone gets the healthcare they need? It all comes down to money. Right now, Pakistan's healthcare system is like a leaky bucket. Money flows in, but it's not enough and it doesn't go where it's needed most. This study takes a closer look at the challenges
Scientists have found a new, eco-friendly method to turn plant waste into a valuable compound called resveratrol. They used a type of fungus called Aspergillus niger, attached to tiny cellulose particles, and a special liquid called deep eutectic solvent (DES) to make this happen. The goal was to im
Get ready, Elgin! The annual Holly Days celebration is setting downtown ablaze with holiday cheer this Saturday. Alongside the usual Sips of the Season Holiday Beverage Crawl, pop-up markets, and tree-lighting ceremony, organizers have added extra entertainment to bring the holiday spirit to life. S
The Biden administration has come up with a new idea to help people who are overweight. They want Medicare and Medicaid to cover the cost of weight loss drugs for people who need them. This would make it much cheaper for people to get these drugs, which can be really expensive right now. Medicare u
