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President Biden's New Deal: Keeping Government Open and Helping Communities

December 22, 2024

Recently, President Joe Biden signed a bipartisan funding bill that ensures the government stays open and provides crucial disaster relief for communities in need. This deal is all about compromise – nobody got everything they wanted, but it's a step in the right direction. One thing it didn't do is

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The Smart Move: Conor McGregor's Business Boost with Usyk vs. Fury 2

December 22, 2024

Conor McGregor, the well-known Irish mixed martial artist, has been subtly promoting the rematch between Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury. He’s done this by sharing posts on his social media platforms, which has helped build excitement around the fight. But here's an interesting twist: McGregor isn’t j

health

Why Aren't More Men Joining Lifestyle Change Trials?

December 22, 2024

You might think that everyone would be excited to join a study that promises to help them live healthier lives. But when it comes to behavioral clinical trials focused on lifestyle changes, men seem to be less interested than women. A recent study, let's call it the ELM trial, looked into why men mi

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School Enrollment After ACTH Therapy for Infantile Epilepsy Patients

December 21, 2024

Infantile epileptic spasms syndrome (IESS) can lead to serious brain development issues. But how does this affect kids' chances of going to elementary school? This study looked into that, focusing on kids who got adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) therapy. ACTH therapy is a common treatment for IES

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Unlocking Health Promotion: Digital Skills of Primary Care Workers in China

December 21, 2024

Health education and promotion are powerful tools for healthy aging and reducing illness. Primary care workers are crucial in delivering these interventions, especially through digital media. However, in China, the use of digital media for health promotion is not common. One key issue is that these

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Eye Muscle Swelling: A Surprising Link Between Two Conditions

December 20, 2024

Imagine this: two very different health issues can make the muscles around your eyes swell up similarly. We're talking about Graves' orbitopathy and acromegaly. Recently, scientists compared these conditions by examining CT scans of patients. They measured the size of the muscles on the top, bottom,

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Louisiana's New Vaccine Policy: A Quiet Change

December 20, 2024

In a surprising turn of events, Louisiana's health department has been told not to promote vaccines for flu, COVID-19, and mpox. This shocking policy change was uncovered by several news outlets, including NPR and KFF Health News, after they talked to health department employees who wanted to stay a

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How Sleep Apnea and Kidney Function Might Be Connected

December 20, 2024

Sleep apnea syndrome, often overlooked, can have serious health impacts. It's not just about feeling groggy. Recent studies suggest there might be an intriguing link between sleep apnea and how well your kidneys work. But how are these two connected? Let's find out. Kidneys play a crucial role in k

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Brazil's Mangrove Changes: 2000 to 2020

December 20, 2024

Mangroves around the world are disappearing, and the reasons vary based on local conditions and policies. Brazil, one of the countries with the most mangroves, hasn't done a thorough job of figuring out exactly what's causing these changes. Researchers here took a look at how mangroves in Brazil tra

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A Fresh Look at Managing Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome

December 20, 2024

Lennox-Gastaut syndrome (LGS) is a tough-to-treat type of epilepsy that often starts in childhood and sticks around. It's known for many types of seizures, especially tonic ones, which can make people fall and hurt themselves. Plus, it comes with learning difficulties and behavior issues. Doctors re