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Elmhurst School District's Business Office Under Scrutiny

January 28, 2025

In Elmhurst, Illinois, there's been some troubling news from Elmhurst School District 205. The district's business office is being investigated. This comes after the resignation of Chris Whelton, the assistant superintendent of finance. Whelton was asked to work remotely until the end of February, a

health

AI Helpers for Seniors: How Well Do They Work?

January 27, 2025

Imagine you're an older adult trying to manage daily tasks with the help of AI-powered gadgets. These smart assistants can be fun and useful, but can they also help with health issues? A recent study explored how seniors interact with AI tools designed to assist with symptoms or self-management. The

education

How College Students' Personalities Shape Their Learning

January 27, 2025

Ever thought about how a student's personality affects how much they enjoy learning? It's like a secret code that might impact their classroom experience. Let's start with personalities. Some students are super chatty and always ready to dive into new topics, while others are more reserved. These d

health

Using Smart-Meds: A Gamified App for Better Heart Health

January 27, 2025

Heart issues don't go away just because someone had a rough day. That's why taking the right meds is super important. But, people often forget or skip their pills. This is a big deal because it can lead to more problems and higher bills for healthcare. Doctors and scientists are always looking for n

sports

Predicting Athlete Engagement: The Power of Machine Learning

January 26, 2025

Researchers have figured out a way to predict how engaged athletes will be, using machine learning. This method focuses on three key aspects: how well the team works together (cohesion), how passionate they are, and how mentally tough they are. These factors can greatly impact an athlete's engagemen

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Weight Loss Solutions for Teens: A Unique Case Study

January 26, 2025

Meet a young person dealing with a rare condition called congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH). It's a genetic issue that messes with the body's hormone production, leading to too much of some hormones and not enough of others. This makes it tough to manage weight, blood pressure, and sugar levels. D

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How China's Healthcare Pooling System Affects Inequality

January 26, 2025

In a bold move to tackle health disparities, China introduced a new system that combines health funds from various provinces. This system, called the Unified Pooling Arrangement (UPA), is meant to help urban workers get better medical coverage. The goal? To reduce the health gaps caused by how thing

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Helping Diabetes with High-Tech Care: A Hospital's New Approach

January 26, 2025

Handling type 2 diabetes isn't just about popping pills. It's about living healthier. That's why Zhang Ye People's Hospital tried something new. They used the Omaha System to help patients online. For five months, they split patients into two groups: those who got this new help and those who didn't.

technology

Speed Bumps: How Automated Shuttle Disruptions Affect Performance

January 26, 2025

Imagine you're on an automated shuttle, zipping through the University of North Carolina in Charlotte. From July to December 2023, researchers were watching how well these shuttles handled their routes. They collected lots of data, like GPS information, disengagement records (when the shuttle hands

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Hip Surgery Techniques: Interportal vs. Periportal Capsulotomies

January 25, 2025

When it comes to hip arthroscopy, how surgeons manage the hip capsule during surgery can make a big difference in preventing post-surgery instability. Two techniques are often used: interportal and periportal capsulotomies. The periportal approach is thought to be less invasive and may help reduce t