Washington health officials say measles cases are rising; 24 cases confirmed in the state and nearly 1,000 nationwide this year. State kindergarten measles vaccination coverage was 90% in 2025, below a 95% threshold officials cited.
Houston Methodist researchers report that, in a mouse model, the peripheral retina shows early changes in Muller glia and increased Aquaporin‑4 before other disease signs, suggesting the eye may reflect early Alzheimer's-related changes.
Mikaela Shiffrin won Olympic giant slalom gold and said short mantras and reminders from her team helped her focus; she also emphasized daily structure and discipline.
An experimental nasal-spray vaccine given to mice activated both innate and adaptive lung immunity and protected against several coronaviruses, two bacterial species and a house-dust-mite allergen for at least three months; the results are from animal tests and human trials are still required.
From noon Feb. 19 to 9 p.m. Feb. 20, 68 people including faculty, students and Northfield residents read Charles Dickens' The Old Curiosity Shop in a continuous marathon organized by Professor Michael Kowalewski as a revival of a longstanding department tradition.
Experts say scalp massagers can help create a healthier scalp by exfoliating, removing buildup and boosting circulation; small studies have reported increased hair thickness after regular massage, and professionals recommend using them alongside other treatments rather than as a sole solution.
Lindsey K. Taylor and Juliette Cayao will represent Michigan at Miss International Queen USA in Atlantic City on March 26–27, joining 31 contestants and highlighting community-focused platforms on trans youth, healthcare, housing, and mental health.
The article explains that trees and a diverse mix of native plants support many local wildlife species, and it notes a free workshop on April 13 at the Vinton County Community Building with registration required by April 8.
NASA satellite data guided the release of 158 giant tortoises on Floreana Island, the first reintroduction there in more than 150 years.
Arenales Summit and the Puerto Rico Ice Hockey Association announced Liga Boricua, the island's first hockey league, enabled by a facility renovation funded by Risk's Rewards. The inaugural season will feature four founding clubs and a hybrid inline hockey ruleset.
