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Court Blocks Changes to Title IX Rule for Gender Identity

January 10, 2025

A federal judge recently declared that changes made to Title IX by the Department of Education were unconstitutional. These changes included expanding the definition of "sex discrimination" to include "gender identity. " The judge said the department overstepped its authority, which is a win for tho

sports

Ana's Big Move: From Gymnastics Controversy to US Education

January 10, 2025

Ana-Maria Barbosu, an 18-year-old gymnast from Romania, found herself in the middle of a score dispute at the 2024 Paris Olympics. She had won a bronze medal, but the score was challenged by Jordan Chiles, an American gymnast. The drama blew up in the media, with Romanian press making it seem like a

health

How Pediatric Nurse Practitioners' Work Reflects their Training

January 8, 2025

Healthcare is always changing, which means educators need to keep up. One group they're focusing on is pediatric nurse practitioners, or PNPs. A research team wanted to see what tasks PNPs are doing in real jobs, especially primary and acute care. They also wanted to check if these tasks match what

education

The Amazing World of Young Prodigies

January 5, 2025

Imagine meeting a 12-year-old who loves math more than playing games. That's Suborno Bari. He's not your average kid. At four, he was already solving math problems that stumped his dad, a mathematician. By seven, he was giving university lectures in India! Now, he's a college student at New York Uni

health

Checking Out YouTube for Endotracheal Tube Aspiration Training: What's Worth Watching?

January 3, 2025

YouTube has become a go-to place for learning all sorts of things, including medical procedures like endotracheal tube aspiration. A recent study dug into these videos to see what's helpful and what's not. They searched for videos using keywords like "endotracheal aspiration" and found 22 that fit t

crime

What Do We Really Know? Public Awareness of Minor Sex Trafficking

December 25, 2024

Imagine walking into a hotel room and seeing a minor with an adult and cash. Would you correctly identify it as domestic minor sex trafficking (DMST)? Surprisingly, many people struggle with this. A recent study with 320 volunteers from an online platform found that only about half (61%) could spot

science

Boosting Lab Animal Science Knowledge: The Impact of Workshops in Iran

December 25, 2024

Did you know that how well researchers understand and feel about lab animal science can really impact the quality of their work? It's true! But not all researchers have the right knowledge or attitudes for this kind of work. This can be due to different educational backgrounds. So, a team in Iran de

education

The Growth of STEAM in Local Schools

December 20, 2024

"You probably hear the term 'STEM' a lot - it stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. But what about STEAM? That extra 'A' is for Arts, and schools are beginning to see the benefits of adding it to the mix. Let's dive into this new approach and see why it's causing such a stir in educ

health

Ensuring Quality in Nurse Practitioner Training

December 17, 2024

Nurse practitioners play a crucial role in healthcare, and their education is vital. But how can we make sure their training is top-notch? Let's start by looking at the importance of standards. Standards in education help maintain quality. They ensure that everyone learns the same fundamental skill

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Nursing Students Share Their Thoughts on Trauma-Informed Care in Pediatrics

December 15, 2024

Trauma-Informed Care, or TIC, is a big deal in pediatric nursing. Kids are especially vulnerable to trauma, so nurses need to be extra careful and skilled. This study decided to ask undergraduate nursing students in Egypt about their take on TIC. It's a way to see if they're learning what they need