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Missing Boat Crew: Search Underway in Alaska's Icy Waters

December 3, 2024

In the early hours of Sunday morning, a distress call was sent out from a fishing boat off the coast of southeastern Alaska. The 50-foot vessel, known as the Wind Walker, reportedly capsized in rough seas. Five people were believed to be on board, but this number isn't confirmed. The US Coast Guard

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Jejeunal Free Flaps: Reinventing Head and Neck Cancer Reconstructions

December 3, 2024

When it comes to fixing big problems caused by head and neck cancers, surgeons have lots of choices. They can use flaps from the body or even organs to help rebuild what was removed. But let's talk about the jejeunal free flap (JFF)—a tiny piece of the small intestine that's somehow perfect for this

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Unlocking Probiotics' Power: New Ways to Fight Alzheimer's

November 29, 2024

Alzheimer's disease is a serious illness that makes it hard for people to remember and think clearly. Scientists are looking at new ways to treat it, like using special bacteria called probiotics. Probiotics can help your brain and gut work better together, which might slow down the disease. To make

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Underwater Bubbles & Hydrofoils: A Closer Look

November 29, 2024

Ever wondered how bubbles behave near underwater foils? Researchers have been studying this with advanced experiments and theories. They found that the shape and size of hydrofoils, which are used to create lift underwater, can greatly affect how bubbles change their shape and collapse. These tiny b

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Patients Push for Greener Healthcare, and Providers Listen

November 28, 2024

Did you know that many Dutch patients want healthcare to be more eco-friendly? They're willing to make green choices, even if it means their treatment might not work as well. The problem? They don't have enough information to make these decisions. Doctors and nurses can step in here, helping patient

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Cops on the Road: Google Maps' New Way to Report Police

November 27, 2024

Google Maps wants you to report more than just speed traps. Now, they're switching to a broader "Police" tag to cover all kinds of police activities. This change lets drivers report traffic jams, construction, and lane closures too. It's all about making your drive smoother and safer. When Google b

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Malaria Mysteries: The Spleen's Role in WWII Soldiers' Relapses

November 27, 2024

During World War II, soldiers from Allied countries like the U. S. , U. K. , Australia, and India faced an unexpected challenge: frequent malaria relapses caused by Plasmodium vivax. Even with preventive medicine like quinacrine, they experienced multiple bouts of illness after stopping treatment. I

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The Spicy Solution: Speeding Up Skin Healing with a Tiny Blast

November 26, 2024

Ever thought about boosting your skin's healing power with a little heat? Some smart researchers have mixed up a tiny, heat-packed blend that could be a game-changer for recovering from skin injuries. They've combined a spicy substance found in chili peppers, known as capsaicin, with some other help

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Why Did Google Maps' Version Numbers Get So Complex?

November 24, 2024

Have you ever used Google Maps on your phone and noticed how the version numbers have become super long and confusing? Well, guess what? It’s not just you. Google Maps' version numbers used to be simple, like 11. 155. 0103. But now, they've grown into something like 24. 47. 01. 697822364. So, why th

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Justice Health Research: A Decade of Progress and Gaps

November 23, 2024

In the last decade, a new field called justice health research has popped up. It's like a bridge between the worlds of public health and the justice system. To make sure this area of study is fair and focused, researchers are taking a close look at what's been done so far. They're checking for any m