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In this interview, PFAS expert Dr. Kunal Kureja reveals how ultrapure water impacts laboratory accuracy. What are PFAS and why are they attracting attention? PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are a large group of more than 4,700 synthetic chemicals that have been widely used in industrial and consumer products such as nonstick cookware, waterproof textiles, food packaging, and firefighting foam since the mid-20th century. Its popularity is due to its unique properties such as resistance to heat, water and chemical degradation. PFAS have received increased attention due to growing concerns about their environmental persistence and potential adverse health effects. Because…

A new clinical trial suggests that immunotherapy given before surgery may dramatically improve outcomes for certain colorectal cancer patients. In the NEOPRISM-CRC study, patients treated with a short course of immunotherapy instead of chemotherapy after surgery remained cancer-free for nearly three years. The trial, led by researchers at UCL and UCLH, found that just nine weeks of pembrolizumab before surgery produced strong and durable responses in patients with stage 2 or 3 colorectal cancer. The cancer has not returned even after nearly 3 years. Initial results showed that 59% of patients had no detectable cancer after completing immunotherapy and undergoing…

Recent research published in Psychology of popular media provides evidence that criticizing and withdrawing support for beloved celebrities who threaten a person’s social identity can provide immediate emotional relief. This finding suggests that engaging in harmful online behavior serves as a short-term coping mechanism for fans who experience a conflict between their national identity and their attachment to a celebrity. The authors of this study wanted to understand the psychological motivations behind cancel culture. Cancel culture involves withdrawing support for celebrities or posting harsh criticism of them online. This behavior contributes to a hostile digital environment. Many people develop strong,…

Timing is everything in the spring woods. Many insects, especially caterpillars, hatch just as the leaves of trees are young, soft, and full of nutrients. This perfect placement gives them instant access to the bait and allows them to start feeding right away. However, oak trees react in surprising ways to too many caterpillars. If a tree experiences heavy infestation one year, reschedule it for next spring by delaying leaf emergence by about three days. For the caterpillar, this small delay has a big impact. When they hatch, the leaves they depend on are still trapped in the bud and…

BLOOMFIELD, Colo.—Colorado wildfire officials say they expect the risk of wildfires to significantly increase this summer, and that their resources will be tested while coordinating with neighboring states as much as possible. Disastrous snowfall this winter could leave dry landscapes and tinder-like conditions from Colorado’s forested ski mountains to the grassy eastern plains. Officials here are predicting a very dire situation in the state and beyond in the coming months. “Increased fire risk is widespread across multiple states,” Colorado Democratic Governor Jared Polis said at the state’s annual wildfire outlook briefing in Broomfield on April 30, where officials announced Colorado’s…

A new global model shows that even if cervical cancer becomes preventable, poor countries will fall further behind without swift action. At the same time, vaccination and screening strategies combined have the potential to close the gap and save millions of lives. Study: Without increased human papillomavirus vaccination and screening efforts, cervical cancer inequalities will increase significantly around the world: a global modeling study. Image credit: Antonio Marca/Shutterstock.com Global inequalities in cervical cancer are projected to widen dramatically unless vaccination and screening efforts are stepped up, according to a new modeling study published in . lancet. Inequitable vaccination and screening…

Knee surgery, commonly performed as a partial meniscectomy, may not provide the results that many patients expect. A large study with 10 years of follow-up found that removing the torn meniscus did not improve symptoms or knee function compared to a placebo treatment. Partial meniscectomy is one of the most common orthopedic surgeries worldwide. Although its use has declined in recent years in Finland, it remains a routine treatment in many countries. Ten-year study finds worse outcomes after surgery The long-term results highlight a worrying situation. Patients who underwent partial meniscectomy did not experience better outcomes than those who underwent…

A new collaboratively created digital companion aims to fill gaps in postnatal care by enabling women to monitor and manage long-term cardiovascular risks following pregnancy complications. Research: Co-creation of a mobile medical program to prevent maternal cardiovascular disease following pregnancy complications (MumCare). Image credit: Josep Suria/Shutterstock.com recent Frontiers of global women’s health In this study, we developed a new “digital companion” to support prevention and tracking of maternal cardiovascular risks in women with pregnancy complications. Postpartum cardiovascular risk: current gaps and digital solutions Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a major cause of premature mortality and morbidity in women, but sex-specific etiologies…

Speaker:Nathan Donley, Director of Environmental Health Sciences at the Center for Biological Diversity;Lisa Held, Civil Eats senior staff reporter and contributing editor. Nathan Donley, director of environmental health sciences at the Center for Biological Diversity;overview:On Monday, April 27, Held reported on the hearing from inside the courtroom and also captured the action outside as protesters gathered in front of the building, many of them supporters of Make Americans Healthy (MAHA). For the salon, Mr. Held invited Mr. Donley to discuss the day’s events, the years of litigation leading up to this case, what the Supreme Court’s decision means and how…

back in 2017Tesla has promised to bring to market an all-electric semi-truck with longer range and lower cost than its competitors. Then the trucking industry waited, and waited. The initial production target was 2019 Newly announced dates for the next three years have gone as well. but, 2022Tesla has finally announced the Tesla Semi and has started running a pilot version for testing. class 8 Battery electric trucks have achieved performance goals that far exceed those achieved by companies like Daimler, Volvo, Kenworth, and Peterbilt with all-electric models. As of April 29Tesla has announced that it has finally begun mass…