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Love's Big Spend in Minnesota

February 13, 2025

Valentine's Day is coming up, and Minnesotans are ready to show their love with their wallets. This year, the average person in Minnesota plans to spend around 185 dollars on their special someone. That's a lot of cash! But it's not just about romantic love. People are also treating themselves or bu

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Chatting About Feelings: A Big Day at PMAC

February 13, 2025

A big event happened at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center. It was all about talking openly about mental health. People of all ages came together to chat about the importance of mental well-being. The event was hosted by Ryan Clark, a former LSU football star who played from 1997 to 2001. This wa

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Flying Focus: How Drones Help Kids Concentrate

February 13, 2025

Drones aren't just for fun anymore. Scientists have found a new way to use them to help kids improve their focus. The idea is to use a brain-computer interface (BCI) that reads brain waves from an EEG machine. This BCI system is designed to measure attention levels and then translate that data into

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Heart Trouble and Homelessness: A Deadly Mix

February 13, 2025

Homelessness is tough. It's not just about not having a place to live. It's also about facing huge health risks. One big problem is heart disease. This is especially true for people who are homeless and over 50. Their hearts age faster than others. This is because of the stress, bad living condition

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Screen Time and Teen Health: What's the Deal?

February 13, 2025

Adolescence is a time when young people go through big changes in their minds and bodies. A recent study took a close look at how spending time online affects the mental and physical health of teens aged 15 to 17. The researchers chose to focus on a few key areas: mental health and cardiorespiratory

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New Hope for Alcohol Reduction: Ozempic Shows Promise

February 13, 2025

Ozempic, a popular drug for diabetes and weight loss, has shown unexpected benefits in reducing alcohol consumption. A recent study involving 48 participants with moderate alcohol-use disorder found that those taking semaglutide, the active ingredient in Ozempic, drank significantly less alcohol and

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Ohio Farmer Contracts Bird Flu: What You Need to Know

February 13, 2025

Ohio has seen its first human case of bird flu during the current outbreak. The infected individual is an adult farmer from Mercer County, located about two hours from Cincinnati. The man came into contact with infected commercial poultry that had already died from the virus. This strain of bird flu

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Can We Predict Cancer Survival?

February 13, 2025

Esophageal cancer is a serious illness that starts in the tube connecting the mouth to the stomach. It's not easy to treat, and doctors are always searching for better ways to help patients. One approach is using neoadjuvant treatment, which involves giving treatment before the main procedure, like

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Beats Powerbeats Pro 2: The Ultimate Workout Buddy

February 13, 2025

The Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 are the latest earbuds from Beats, and they are a big deal for fitness enthusiasts. These earbuds are priced at 249. 99 USD and are now available in the US. They are not just any earbuds; they are designed to be the ultimate workout companion. The Powerbeats Pro 2

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Does Zapping Muscles with Electricity Help Sore Muscles?

February 13, 2025

First off, what is electroacupuncture? It is a modern twist on traditional acupuncture. Instead of just needles, electroacupuncture uses a tiny electric current to stimulate the needles. This study wanted to see if zapping muscles with electricity could help with muscle soreness and damage after