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Quick Detection: Finding Harmful Chemicals in Lotus Roots

November 29, 2024

There's a problem in our food chain: harmful chemicals called halogenated carbazoles (HCZs) are found in lotus roots. These roots are a common food, but they contain starch, protein, and fat, making it tough to detect HCZs. Scientists have come up with a new way to solve this issue. They've created

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A Year Alone: Young People and Parents Share Their Stem Cell Transplant Stories

November 29, 2024

Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a serious health issue that can lead to many health problems and even death. A possible treatment is hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HCT), which can improve the lives of those with SCD. But HCT is not easy; it can be physically and emotionally tough. This study

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Weather Woes: How Climate Change Hampers HIV Care in Limited-Resource Areas

November 29, 2024

Climate change is making it tougher to fight HIV in places with limited resources. Severe weather events are messing up HIV services, which could slow down the goal of ending HIV as a big health problem by 2030. Let's look at how this happens and what can be done to make HIV care stronger. First, l

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Sports Concussions: Lasting Changes in Brain Circuits

November 28, 2024

You might think that after recovering from a sports concussion, everything goes back to normal. But recent findings say something different. Even after clinical recovery, people with a history of sports-related concussions (SRC) are at a higher risk for future injuries. Scientists suspect that the b

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Black Friday Apple Watches: Deals from Amazon and Walmart, Plus a Runner's Choice

November 28, 2024

Ever wondered how to charge all your Apple gadgets at once? The Anker MagGo 3-in-1 Charging Station is a game changer. It can juice up your iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods simultaneously. Right now, this handy device is on sale for $82 at Amazon, saving you 25%. Speaking of Apple Watches, the SE 2

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Why Some Patients Skip Daily CHG Baths After Stem Cell Transplants

November 28, 2024

Stem cell transplants, or HCT, offer hope to those fighting blood cancers. However, the intense treatment makes patients vulnerable to infections. These infections, known as HAI, are a big concern. One way to prevent them is through daily baths with a special soap called chlorhexidine gluconate, or

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Nurses with Work Injuries: How Spiritual Health Matters

November 28, 2024

Nurses often face work-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) due to the physical demands of their job. But did you know that their spiritual well-being can also take a hit? A recent study took a close look at this often-overlooked aspect. The study found that nurses dealing with MSDs faced chall

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Coastal Spider Lily: Hidden Power in its Petals

November 28, 2024

Hymenocallis littoralis, known as the Coastal Spider Lily, is a beautiful plant from the Amaryllidaceae family. It grows in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. Scientists have recently discovered some amazing things about this plant. They found five new chromones, a new benzopyran, and

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Guns and Racism: A Pandemic Connection

November 28, 2024

During the COVID-19 pandemic, there was a notable increase in gun purchases in the United States. Simultaneously, the country witnessed a rise in racism and hate crimes. But did these two trends intersect? This study explores whether experiencing racism influenced Americans' decision to buy guns dur

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Solving Skin Irritation: Clec12b's Role in House Dust Mite Allergies

November 28, 2024

Ever wondered how your body fights off allergies? turns out, a protein called Clec12b plays a big role in this! Researchers found that this protein helps soothe skin irritation caused by house dust mites. They tested this on mice with allergy symptoms similar to what humans experience. Mice have th