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The Lives of Ilocano Elders During COVID: Health Habits and Well-being

December 14, 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic has hit everyone hard, but older adults have faced special challenges. This study looked into the lives of Ilocano seniors aged 60-93 from Ilocos Norte. Researchers wanted to know how their health habits affected their quality of life. They asked about things like exercise, eat

crime

President Biden Shows Mercy to Notorious Chicago Fraudsters

December 13, 2024

In a surprising move, President Joe Biden has decided to cut short the prison sentences of two infamous Chicago-area fraudsters. Rita Crundwell, former comptroller of Dixon, and Eric Bloom, ex-head of Sentinel Management Group, were among the lucky ones whose sentences were commuted. This decision w

health

Digital Health Companies: Scaling Up in a Regulated World

December 12, 2024

Digital health technologies (DHTs) have surged over the last decade, boosted by advancements like electronic health records and the COVID-19 pandemic. More funding and regulatory backing have also fueled this growth. Yet, many DHT companies hit roadblocks when trying to expand. For instance, Pear Th

business

Petals & Memories: A Flower Shop's Two Decades in Farmingdale

December 11, 2024

In bustling Farmingdale, New York, there's a little store that's become a big part of the community's fabric. The Flower Shop of Farmingdale turned 20 this week. To celebrate, the shop held a ribbon cutting event. Owner Jeanette Zimmerman-Schmidt looked back at the journey. "It's not just about flow

health

Switching Gears: Teachers' COVID Journey in Switzerland

December 11, 2024

When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, schools around the world closed their doors, but not in Switzerland. A research study conducted from late 2021 to early 2022 looked into how Swiss teachers were handling the situation. It was a tough time for educators, with many feeling isolated and uncertain. Yet, t

finance

Small Businesses: COVID Loans Gone Wrong

December 11, 2024

Imagine you're a small business owner who received a federal COVID loan to keep your doors open. Now, you're in a mess because the loan has been sent to collections, even though you've been trying to pay it back. Sounds unfair, right? Well, this is happening to many small business owners. The Small

health

Heart Changes Post-COVID: The Fibrosis Factor

December 9, 2024

Ever wondered why some people experience heart issues after recovering from COVID-19? Scientists are on the case, trying to uncover how the virus might harm heart tissue. One important factor is something called vascular fibrosis, which is like scarring in the blood vessels. This scarring can disrup

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How Did COVID-19 Affect Women's Health and Mental Health Differently?

December 9, 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic had a unique impact on women's health behaviors and mental health in the UK. Research using nationwide data (UKHLS) and a specific analysis method showed that women were more adversely affected than men. Women were 3. 2 percentage points less likely to adopt a healthy lifestyle

health

Cambodia's Female Entertainment Workers: Mental Health in the COVID-19 Era

December 8, 2024

Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic shook the world, mental health has become a global concern, especially for vulnerable groups like female entertainment workers (FEWs) in Cambodia. These women, already dealing with pre-existing inequalities, faced even tougher times as their livelihoods took a hit. T

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Uncovering Civic Leaders in Texas: A Network Analysis

December 8, 2024

Imagine trying to figure out who's calling the shots in your neighborhood's COVID-19 response. That's what researchers did in Texas, using a social network approach to spotlight influential community organizations. They picked three regions—Houston/Harris County, Cameron County, and Northeast Texas—