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Taxing Fats: A Better Solution for Italy's Health?

January 13, 2025

You might think that taxing sugar is the way to go, but Italy has a bigger problem: excessive fat consumption. The government has been considering a sugar tax, but our research shows that it might not do much good. Instead, we suggest a fat tax. We used a special math model to see how taxes would ch

health

Malaria and Pregnancy: What Puts Moms at Risk in Ghana?

January 13, 2025

Malaria is a nasty disease that often hits the poor the hardest. When pregnant women get malaria, it can lead to serious issues like low birth weight and even baby deaths. A recent study in Ghana's Ashanti Region looked into what makes pregnant women more likely to get malaria while they're visiting

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Adding a Side Ligament Fix to ACL Surgery: Benefits and Risks

January 13, 2025

In recent years, doctors have started doing something extra during anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstructions. They're adding a procedure called anterolateral ligament reconstruction (ALLR) or lateral extra-articular tenodesis (LET). This involves fixing a ligament on the outer side of the kne

sports

Brazil vs. Colombia: A Unique Seven-a-Side Showdown!

January 13, 2025

Got your eyes on the 2025 Kings League World Cup Nations final? Well, buckle up! Brazil and Colombia are gearing up for a unique seven-a-side soccer showdown this Sunday, Jan. 12. This isn't your typical soccer match; the tournament, launched by Gerard Pique's Kings League, features some offbeat rul

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Betting on the Eagles: A Casual Look at Their Wild Card Game

January 13, 2025

Alright, let's chat about the upcoming NFL Wild Card game between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Green Bay Packers. The Eagles are looking strong, having won 12 out of their last 13 games. That's a pretty impressive streak! They've been dominating, with most of those wins being by a good margin. N

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Navigating Food Industry Partnerships: Tips for New Nutritionists

January 13, 2025

So, you're a budding nutritionist looking to team up with the food industry? That's great! But let's face it, the real world can be tricky. You might feel like you're jumping into the deep end with your eyes closed. Don't worry, we've got your back. Here are some smart strategies to help you build s

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A Woman's Second Chance: Reliving Childhood Vaccines

January 13, 2025

Meet Marianna, a Texan who did something extraordinary: she received all her childhood vaccines again. Why? A series of life-threatening health issues, including aplastic anemia and post-transplant lymphoproliferative disorder, made her immune system as weak as a newborn's. Doctors had to rebuild he

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Preparing for Health Crises: Quebec's Rapid Evidence Plan

January 13, 2025

When COVID-19 hit, Quebec had to quickly find the best ways to handle the situation. Now that the pandemic is behind us, it's time to improve how we deal with crises in the future. The main goal of a recent project was to create a plan for quickly finding and using the best evidence during health cr

politics

Greenland: A Strategic Opportunity?

January 12, 2025

Imagine this—an icy wilderness bursting with natural treasures, and it might be a goldmine for the U. S. That’s what James Stavridis, a former NATO boss, believes about Greenland. He doesn’t think President-elect Trump’s idea of focusing on Greenland is absurd. In fact, Stavridis thinks it could be

politics

Rebuilding L. A. : Governor Newsom's Big Plan after Devastating Fires

January 12, 2025

After the destructive fires that hit Los Angeles, Governor Gavin Newsom is planning a massive rebuilding project, calling it a "Marshall Plan" for the region. This plan aims to reimagine the city with input from various leaders, including those from the city, civic groups, businesses, nonprofits, an