Just when you thought COVID-19 was starting to settle down, bam! A highly mutated variant shows up in U.S. wastewater. It’s like finding a hidden treasure in the sewer – but definitely not a treasure we want. Scientists discovered the BA.2.86 variant in tests of wastewater, signaling that it’s making its way through communities undetected. […]
Published on August 24, 2023
Imagine you’re at a pool party and someone starts drowning. You dive in, swim over to them, and give them CPR while someone else runs to grab a defibrillator. Together, you and the defibrillator form a dynamic duo, shocking the unconscious person’s heart back into rhythm. Even if the paramedics show up quickly, your actions […]
Published on August 24, 2023
The rise in colorectal cancer cases among young adults has puzzled scientists, but they may have uncovered a possible culprit – high-fat diets. Recent research conducted on mice suggests that these diets can disrupt the delicate balance of gut bacteria, leading to an increased risk of colorectal cancer. This discovery indicates that the same mechanism […]
Published on August 24, 2023