Monthly Archives: August 2023

Why Are There Bugs in Strawberries?

A viral video showed wormy bugs coming out of strawberries. Experts explain what kind they were and what happens if you accidentally consume them. A TikTok video depicting a surprising phenomenon has gained significant traction, showcasing bugs emerging from strawberries that had been immersed in saltwater. This occurrence has sparked both intrigue and concern. In […]

Health Benefits of Broccoli

The vegetable offers disease-fighting nutrients that can decrease signs of aging, among other benefits. Broccoli, scientifically known as Brassica oleracea, stands out as a prominent contender in the realm of nutritious dietary choices. Its impressive array of health benefits might surprise you, encompassing hydration enhancement, cognitive well-being support, and beyond. Furthermore, this cruciferous gem offers […]

Study could explain why astronauts’ T cells become less effective at fighting infection

A new study led by researchers at Karolinska Institutet in Sweden has examined how T cells of the immune system are affected by weightlessness. The results, which are published in the journal Science Advances, could explain why astronauts’ T cells become less active and less effective at fighting infection. The next steps in the exploration […]

Killeen Police and Fire Departments collect 113 units of blood at Battle of the Badges Blood Drive

The Killeen Police Department said 131 donors came to the drive to donate blood, giving a total of 113 units of blood. The Department said the drive collected enough blood to save 339 lives. Donors at the drive cast their votes for either Police or Fire. This year, with a final vote of 84-47, the […]

Liam Payne postpones South American tour due to “serious” kidney infection

Former One Direction star Liam Payne announced “with a heavy heart” on Instagram Friday that he is postponing his South American tour due to a serious kidney infection. Payne posted a video about his condition, explaining that he has been unwell recently and was in the hospital over the past week. “This really is the […]

New recommendations to prevent catheter-associated urinary tract infections in hospitals

Avoiding the unnecessary use of indwelling catheters and promptly removing catheters that are no longer needed are the first steps in preventing catheter-associated urinary tract infections in acute care hospitals, according to new recommendations developed by five medical societies and published today in the journal Infection Control & Hospital Epidemiology. “Urinary catheters can be associated […]

After Tough Mudder near San Francisco, participants report rashes and fevers from bacterial infections

More than 100 people said they contracted bacterial infections after competing in a Tough Mudder challenge on Saturday and Sunday in Sonoma, California. The event was held at Sonoma Raceway, which is about 45 miles northeast of San Francisco, and challenged participants to run, wade and crawl through a muddy obstacle course. Three days later, […]