MANSFIELD — Vic Amesquita remembers the “good old days” of haunted attractions. Black walls. Strobe lights piercing the darkness. A CD player blaring loud music. Simple. Effective. Primitive. That old-school approach won’t cut it at a massive, modern haunt like Blood Prison, set on the massive grounds and inside the towering walls of the gothic […]
Bill Sullivan is a professor of pharmacology and toxicology at Indiana University. Flesh-eating bacteria sounds like the premise of a bad horror movie, but it’s a growing – and potentially fatal – threat to people. In September 2023, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a health advisory alerting doctors and public health officials of an […]
Nigeria has recorded 210 new suspected cases of Cholera infections and 10 ‘suspected’ deaths across eight states of the federation from 31 July to 27 August. The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) disclosed this in its latest monthly situation report on Cholera, covering Epidemiological (EP) weeks 31 to 34. The latest report shows that […]
Shi Zhengli. Photo:IC After virologist Shi Zhengli warned another coronavirus outbreak “highly likely”, other Chinese virologists shot down the possibility of outbreak the world experienced in the past three years would reappear, claiming that the immunity most population gained during this period could help fend off possible outbreaks. However, those virologists also warned sporadic outbreaks […]
Saima Iqbal is the fall 2023 science writing intern at Science News. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Harvard College, where she studied the history of medicine, conducted research on cancer immunotherapies, and fell in love with narrative science writing.
Grains are the cornerstone of our diets, having been cherished sustenance since time immemorial. Although many are accustomed to the familiar trio of rice, wheat, and corn, there’s a treasure trove of ancient and obscure grains waiting to be rediscovered. The spotlight here is on teff, amaranth, and farro, each with its unique narrative and […]
Donating blood is a simple act that can help save a life— but is there an age limit to do so? LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Donating blood is a simple, selfless act that can help save someone’s life— and according to Lori Arnold-Ellis, Executive Director of the American Red Cross of Arkansas, it’s more important […]
New Hampshire health officials announced two human cases of the Powassan virus and one case of the Jamestown Canyon virus on Monday, warning that the risk of tick- and mosquito-borne infections remains high even as temperatures have begun to drop across the state. An adult in Rockingham County and a child from Carroll County were […]
People with diabetes should consume low GI foods Maintaining healthy blood sugar levels is a crucial part of managing diabetes. If left uncontrolled, diabetes can contribute to some severe complications. However, many make small mistakes unknowingly on a day-to-day basis that can worsen your blood sugar levels. Your diet and lifestyle play a crucial role […]
