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Iconic pollinators to ecosystems, monarch butterflies face alarming population declines due to habitat loss and climate change. US wildlife officials are proposing listing the monarchs as “threatened” under the Endangered Species Act and that is spurring renewed efforts to save this cherished species. Thousands of miles to the forests in the center of Mexico, it…
In his latest Netflix special, actor Jamie Foxx shares his terrifying experience of surviving a stroke and brain hemorrhage. His recovery story—from a coma to relearning fundamental functions—is a tribute to fortitude, faith, and family support. Finally, Jamie Foxx is opening up about the horrific health crisis that almost ended his life in 2023. In…
Trichloroethylene, or TCE, and perchloroethylene, or PCE, are hazardous chemicals linked to cancer and other health risks. In a landmark move, the EPA has outlawed these dangerous chemicals. The landmark decision supports safer alternatives while protecting workers and consumers. The Environmental Protection Agency has recently banned two general solvents: trichloroethylene and perchloroethylene. Both of them…
Online indignation has been sparked by the terrible death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, and many people have shared their own experiences of having insurance claims dismissed. Deep dissatisfaction with the American healthcare system and its effects on people are brought to light by this tragedy. The nation was rocked by the shooting death of…
Following backlash from medical experts, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield has retracted its proposal to place time restrictions on anesthetic coverage for surgeries. The ruling emphasizes how complicated anesthetic care is and how important it is to maintaining patient safety throughout procedures. Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield declared that it would not proceed with a…
While demonstrators gather outside to promote transgender rights, the U.S. Supreme Court hears arguments in a historic case that might determine the future of gender-affirming healthcare for adolescents. Arguments in US v. Skrmetti, a case that potentially changed transgender healthcare in the US, was heard by the U.S. Supreme Court on December 4, 2024. The…
Health professionals are looking into the outbreak of a flu-like disease that has killed 143 people in the southwestern Congo. As the quest for explanations continues, authorities advise the public to stay away from deceased people. Local authorities in the southwestern Congo are frantically trying to find answers to a rising health catastrophe. At least…
The medical professionals have been worried by the sudden surge in lung cancer diagnoses of young and middle-aged women, most of whom do not smoke. Lung cancer is said to occur more in women than in men, and so it emphasizes the need for greater awareness and more focused research into the causes and treatments…
Costco is recalling over 10,000 cartons of Kirkland Signature organic eggs because they may contain salmonella. Customers are encouraged to return the eggs for a refund even if no illnesses have been reported as of yet. Due to possible salmonella contamination, Costco stores in five Southern states have recently recalled more than 10,000 cartons of…
After the Thanksgiving meal, are you feeling sleepy? Not just the turkey is the problem. Discover the unexpected science underlying the notorious “food coma” and why tryptophan alone isn’t the only factor contributing to post-feast exhaustion; it’s also influenced by your meal size, wine, and digestion. Thanksgiving dinner, with its succulent turkey, buttery sides, and…
