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San Francisco 49ers to release longtime All-Pro fullback Kyle Juszczyk
The San Francisco 49ers will release veteran fullback Kyle Juszczyk, ending his eight-year run with the NFC West franchise.
Three die in medical helicopter crash in Mississippi
Three people aboard a medical helicopter were killed when the aircraft crashed in rural Mississippi, officials said.
Media Advisory: Advocate Health, Wake Forest University School of Medicine to Host Cardiovascular Research Panel
Join Advocate Health and Wake Forest University School of Medicine to discuss the significance of cardiology research and its life-changing impact on patient care.
NIH to ax grants on vaccine hesitancy, mRNA vaccines
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is abruptly terminating at least 33 research grants for projects studying why some people are hesitant to receive vaccines or evaluating strategies that could encourage vaccine uptake,...
Columbia University defunded, GOP likes Moon rockets, and $25k buyouts: Trump Tracker
Here are our full stories on the Trump administration . Have new story tips, internal Trump administration or science agency emails, or other key documents? Contact us . Our latest stories NIH...
Hantavirus: What it is, how it spreads, how often it's fatal
Here's what you need to know about hantavirus, the rodent-borne pathogen blamed for the death of Betsy Arakawa, the wife of actor Gene Hackman. Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome has killed at least...
Pope Francis no longer faces 'guarded prognosis' by doctors in double pneumonia treatment
Pope Francis' doctors on Monday lited a "guarded prognosis" though he will need to remain in the "hospital setting for a period of time" in the treatment of double pneumonia,...
Body of missing high school coach in Georgia found in lake month after reported missing
The body of a high school coach was found one month after he and his fiancee were reported missing aboard a 12-foot boat in central Georgia.
Dissociation is a coping mechanism that impedes effective climate action, experts argue
Collective dissociation is preventing people from taking effective action to tackle the overwhelming climate emergency, finds research published in Cambridge Prisms: Global Mental Health.
Bottling trust: Researchers are using chemistry and blockchain to discourage wine fraud
Researchers have developed smart tags to guarantee the authenticity and traceability of wine from vineyard to table, helping to combat counterfeiting and boost consumer trust.
Fear of deportation hangs over unauthorized workers trying to fight exploitation, but all workers in the US have rights
The Trump administration has repeatedly said it wants to deport as many people as possible. What that means for the estimated 8.3 million unauthorized immigrants in the American workforce ...
Hope for life-changing therapies comes with a chilling caveat
Illustration by Liz Zonarich / Harvard Staff Science & Tech Hope for life-changing therapies comes with a chilling caveat Sy Boles Harvard Staff Writer March 10, 2025 5 min read Fellow’s paper...
Proximity and prejudice: Gay discrimination in the gig economy
University of Queensland research has found discrimination based on sexual orientation is common in the gig economy, but only for tasks requiring close physical proximity.
Small things, massive impact: How one small city is showing family doctors the love (and getting it in return)
Rural, hard-working, rodeoing Williams Lake B.C., says it's built a ‘pretty magical’ doctor recruitment and retention program.
Daffy Duck, Porky Pig voice Eric Bauza to host Children's Emmys
The National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences announced Monday that Eric Bauza will host the 3rd annual Children's and Family Emmy Awards.
Sperm motility and droplet adhesion: A novel approach could make at-home male fertility tests a reality
A new way to measure male fertility has been discovered by researchers at the University of Waterloo, opening the door to the development of simple, inexpensive tests for clinical and...
Military now accepting recruits with asthma, ADHD and other conditions amid staffing shortage
As the Canadian Armed Forces continue to try and dig out of a deep recruitment hole, they're starting to give new recruits with medical conditions a shot at joining the...
Kids by Babyganics sunscreen recalled over solvent health risks
A news release from Health Canada says the solvent can be absorbed through the skin or by inhaling it, and it may cause harm to fetal development and the reproductive...
Canada's bird flu vaccine order 'the right next step,' says Atlantic Vet College's infection control chief
Veterinarians on Prince Edward Island who have been monitoring the spread of avian influenza for years are encouraged by the federal government’s move to vaccinate people who are most at...
B.C. trying to recruit U.S. doctors amid Trump health-care uncertainties
The B.C. government's throne speech last week indicated that the province would be targeting U.S. health-care professionals in a bid to shore up the provincial system — at a time...
Off-road vehicles not safe for youngest Canadians, pediatric society says
The Canadian Paediatric Society is calling for better regulation and safety measures to protect kids riding off-road vehicles, including all-terrain vehicles and side-by-sides.
LED face masks are everywhere. But do they actually work, or are they anti-aging snake oil?
When it comes to anti-aging regimens, it seems there's nothing some of us won't try in the hopes of younger, smoother skin. And now there's a new product out there...
Medical officials in Gaza sound the alarm after 6 infants die from cold weather
At least six infants have died from cold-related injuries over the past two weeks in the Gaza Strip, local medics say, due to a lack of adequate shelter and heating.
They came to Canada to escape political instability in Iran. Now, Quebec is denying them health coverage
Political instability in Iran prompted Canada to offer special immigration measures to Iranians, but open work permit holders are not eligible for public health insurance coverage in Quebec.
Canadians need doctors. These strategies from around the country aim to find them
An estimated 6.5 million Canadians don’t have access to a family doctor. This shortage of family physicians is reaching what some call a crisis point, but there are a number...
US biochemist researching treatment of HIV and coronaviruses wins Israel's Wolf Prize
An American biochemist whose research has helped scientists make inroads into treating coronavirus and HIV has won this year's Wolf Prize, a prestigious Israeli award in the arts and sciences.
Higher ozone levels tied to heart attack risk for young adults
Research has linked higher levels of air pollution to the risk of acute myocardial infarctions, or heart attacks. How these risks differ by demographic, type of air pollution, and type...
Sleepy nurses vulnerable to common cold, other infections
Sleep-deprived night shift nurses are at greater risk for the common cold and other infectious diseases, a new study says.