Originally published on U.S. Right to Know: February 16, 2025 High exposure to multiple pesticides may cause childhood and adolescent cancers, especially brain and central nervous system (CNS) tumors, according to a new study by… Agricultural Pesticide Exposure Linked to Childhood Cancers, Study Says

Picture a university where the digital landscape is as dynamic as the students it serves—where every classroom is a gateway to global learning and every network is a fortress of security. At Delaware State University… Leading the Charge: Delaware State University’s Digital Evolution

Anna Efetova/Moment RF/Getty Images Chris Riley’s symptoms started in the summer of 2021. At first, he didn’t think much about them. His throat felt a little sore, and he noticed hardening of his lymph nodes.… The HPV vaccine prevents cancer. It continues to be underutilized : Shots

Every day, Dora Dantzler-Wright and her colleagues distribute overdose reversal drugs on the streets of Chicago. They hold training sessions on using them and help people in recovery from drug and alcohol addiction return to… Federal Agency Dedicated to Mental Illness and Addiction Faces Huge Cuts

“I worried that if I stopped tracking macros, I would lose my physique.” After years of careful macro tracking, Dr. Fundaro finally admitted to herself that the method no longer worked for her. Yet she… How to Stop Tracking Macros

Hair can get dry and brittle, especially in the summer months during time spent outside. Think the beach or swimming in a chlorine laden pool. Harsh hair care products can also damage hair, leading to… Nourishing DIY Hair Oil

Keloids are more than just scars — they’re an overreaction of your body’s wound healing process that leads to thick, raised growths that continue expanding beyond the original injury. Unlike normal scars that fade over… Targeting Vitamin D Pathways Helps Treat Wounds and Keloids

I’m excited to announce that Cisco U. Spotlight is back and brighter than ever. It all starts April 24, 2025, at 8:30 a.m. Pacific Time. And it’s free! Join leading minds in leading technologies Amp… Join us in the Cisco U. Spotlight

Scientists who research vaccine hesitancy and uptake are seeing their federal funding cut, under a Trump administration move. It’s part of a swathe of cuts to ongoing research funded by NIH. Spencer Platt/Getty Images hide… NIH cuts target vaccine hesitancy research and mRNA technology could be next : NPR

Five years ago, Covid took hold and the world transformed almost overnight. As routines and rituals evaporated, often replaced by grief, fear and isolation, many of us wondered: When will things go back to normal?… How Covid Changed the Lives of These 29 Americans

While our ancestors relied on their senses to assess how they were doing, increasingly, we rely on gadgets. Today, if you’re curious enough, you can measure your heart rate, your step count, your exercise intensity,… How to Use Fitness Trackers without Losing Touch with Yourself

As with most things in life, I approach parenting 6 kids with a bit of a different style. I’ve been known to wash my hair with mud, and brush my teeth with charcoal, and I’m… My Unconventional Approach to Parenting (and Education)

Heart failure is a growing problem in America. According to a study published in the Journal of Cardiac Failure, around 6.7 million Americans over the age of 20 have heart failure, and this figure is… Severe Infections Increase Long-Term Risk of Heart Failure

Confidentiality is a fundamental pillar of information security. In sensitive deployments, such as those involving federal governments, military and defense agencies, and large financial institutions, the demand for confidentiality extends well beyond the typical 5… Understanding the Quantum Threat to Network Security

Long COVID patients haven’t stopped pushing for more research funding to find treatments for their condition, including this protest in Washington, D.C. in 2022. Anadolu/Anadolu Agency/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Anadolu/Anadolu Agency/Getty Images It’s… 5 years since the pandemic started, long COVID research is gaining ground : Shots

Measles continues to spread in West Texas and New Mexico, with more than 250 people infected — many unvaccinated school-age children. Two cases in Oklahoma, for which state officials have not provided a location, have… Measles in the U.S.: Latest Maps and Cases

Are vegetable and seed oils “toxic”?! From TikTok to bestseller lists, vegetable oils—a.k.a. “seed oils”—are a big topic right now. To be fair, folks have debated the merits of vegetable oils dating back to when… Olive Oil vs. Vegetable Oil vs. Butter

Part of my mom’s family is originally from New Orleans, Louisiana. Whenever I visited there I’ve loved the flavors of Cajun cooking. Especially the Cajun seasoning blend, which gives a special kick to the local… Ragin’ Cajun Seasoning Recipe

For centuries, marigold flowers (Tagetes spp.) have been valued in traditional medicine, cuisine and even religious rituals. These bright, golden blooms have been used in Ayurvedic and Latin American medicine to treat skin, eye and… Marigolds — A Functional Food Rich in Nutrients and Antioxidants