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Predicting Future Impairment: A Machine Learning Approach for Osteoporotic Vertebral Fracture Patients

December 29, 2024

Recent research focused on predicting functional impairment in older adults after being hospitalized for osteoporotic vertebral fractures (OVF). While conservative treatments are common for OVF, some patients still face difficulties with daily tasks once they are discharged. The study aimed to creat

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Temperature's Impact on Bacteria in Mountain Streams

December 29, 2024

In mountain streams, temperature plays a big role in shaping the community of bacteria living in the sediment. While temperature and nutrients are important factors in oceans and lakes, their influence on mountain stream bacteria isn't well understood. Scientists studied the Taizicheng River, a high

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Understanding Heart Health Impact in Lung Cancer Radiation Therapy

December 29, 2024

Heart health matters, especially for lung cancer patients undergoing radiation therapy. Since a big study called RTOG 0617, doctors have been paying more attention to how radiation affects the heart. But there's a problem: we don't have enough large-scale studies that accurately map the different pa

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Particle Behavior in Siberia: A Summer Study

December 29, 2024

In the heart of Siberia, scientists took a close look at tiny particles in the air during summer. These tiny particles, called aerosols, can affect weather and climate. The study showed that many aerosols contained a lot of organic carbon, especially in smaller particles. When the air got humid, the

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Cleaning Up Leather: How Zeolites Help

December 29, 2024

Making leather is a detailed process that turns animal skins into the finished product we use every day. Sadly, this process generates wastewater filled with harmful chemicals. Cleaning this wastewater is crucial to protect both people and the environment. One effective way to do this is through a p

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Physical Activity and Kids with Severe Intellectual Disabilities: What's the Connection?

December 28, 2024

You might not think about it much, but being active is super important for everyone, especially kids who struggle to learn and understand things. These kids, who have severe intellectual disabilities (ID), often don't get enough exercise and their body movements might not be as smooth as other kids'

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The Browns' Gamble: Why They're Sticking with Watson

December 28, 2024

The Cleveland Browns just reworked quarterback Deshaun Watson's contract for the third time in three years. This was a strategic move to free up cap space for the team. But why are they sticking with him? Well, they've got a bit of a mess with their quarterback situation, and with star player Myles

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Nano- and Microfiber Filters: A Greener, Reliable Solution for Face Masks

December 28, 2024

Facemasks have been a hot topic since the pandemic. While traditional masks use single-use polypropylene material, they aren't great for the environment or sterilization. Enter nano- and microfibrous filters. These filters can be reused and sterilized without losing their effectiveness. Let's dig in

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Running Risks: Bone Health Beyond Density

December 28, 2024

Long-distance runners are no strangers to bone stress injuries (BSIs). Traditionally, bone mineral density (BMD) has been the go-to measure for assessing these risks. But what if there's more to the story? Enter trabecular bone score (TBS), a newer metric that might offer a clearer picture. Res

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Cleveland's New Plan for Deshaun Watson's Contract

December 28, 2024

The Cleveland Browns have found themselves in a tricky spot with quarterback Deshaun Watson's contract. To tackle the final two years of his fully-guaranteed deal, they've decided to restructure it. This isn't the first time they've done this, but the latest changes are significant. Under the new t