Flu-related Deaths on the Rise in North Carolina
Flu-related deaths in North Carolina have continued to rise, with an additional 30 reported on Wednesday. The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) weekly totals are subject to revision, including factoring in cases and deaths that occurred weeks or…
The Resurgence of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion, a game released in 2006, has resurged in popularity among gamers, sparking nostalgia for its bizarre non-playable characters (NPCs). The game’s surreal open world and unpredictable NPCs have inspired a wave of nostalgia and viral…
Sex Differences in Chronic Pain Development in Mice
New research has revealed potential differences in the way chronic pain develops and resolves in male and female mice, offering insights into future targeted treatments for humans. The study, conducted by a research team at the University of Alberta, focused…
NSA’s Furby Ban Revealed in FOIA Documents
Recently, a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request has shed light on a peculiar chapter in the history of the NSA involving the popular toy, Furby. The Furby, a sensation in the late 1990s, not only captivated children but also…
Research Reveals Persistent Complement Dysregulation and Thromboinflammation in Long Covid
Recent research has shed light on the persistent complement dysregulation and signs of thromboinflammation in active Long Covid. The study, conducted by Carlo Cervia-Hasler, Sarah C. Brüningk, Tobias Hoch, Bowen Fan, and Onur Boyman, along with 23 other authors, found…
Hitman: Blood Money – Reprisal Brings Modern Enhancements to Nintendo Switch
Hitman: Blood Money, the crown jewel of the stealth franchise, has made its way to the Nintendo Switch in a re-release titled Hitman: Blood Money – Reprisal. Developed by Feral Interactive, this straightforward port of the original game retains the…
Man in US undergoes nose removal due to severe fungal infection
In a rare and harrowing medical case, a 31-year-old man in the United States was compelled to undergo the removal of his nose after being afflicted with a fungal infection that posed a severe threat to his health. Brandon Boothby,…
Study Identifies Potential Genetic Culprit Behind Down Syndrome-Associated Heart Defects
Researchers have made a significant breakthrough in understanding the link between Down syndrome and congenital heart defects. A recent study published in Science Translational Medicine has identified a potential genetic culprit behind the cardiac pathology associated with Down syndrome. The…
Tennessee Leads U.S. in Flu Activity, Ranked at Highest Level by CDC
Tennessee Leads U.S. in Flu Activity, Ranked at Highest Level by CDC NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — Tennessee has taken the lead as the only state in the nation reporting the highest level of flu activity, according to the Centers for…
The Significance of Medical Illustration in Medicine
Medical Illustration: Revealing the Unseen Medical illustrators play a crucial role in the field of medicine, using their artistic skills to communicate complex scientific concepts and educate healthcare professionals and the public. James A. Perkins, a Distinguished Professor of Medical…