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Beyond the Physical: Redefining Health Assessments

January 10, 2025

Imagine if doctors could see beyond the symptoms and truly understand what makes you, you. That's the idea behind whole person health assessments. Instead of just focusing on diseases, these assessments look at the whole picture: your body and mind, your relationships, your living environment, your

health

Are DCEs Reliable Predictors in Health Decisions?

January 10, 2025

Do DCEs, a popular tool in health research, truly mirror real-world choices? Scientists set out to compare the prediction power of people’s stated preferences from DCEs with their actual decisions. The goal? To ensure health products and services are designed with reliable, real-world data. By pooli

sports

Tragic Loss: Top Track Athlete Dies in Skiing Mishap

January 10, 2025

Alex Kemp, a 19-year-old track and field star, met an untimely end while skiing at Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort. Kemp, a freshman at Williams College, was known for his exceptional skills and team spirit. He had a knack for excelling in both individual and team events. His college praised his diverse

science

Unraveling the Genetic Puzzle of Nearsightedness

January 10, 2025

Ever wondered why some people struggle to see distant objects clearly? It turns out that common eye conditions like nearsightedness (myopia) and refractive errors are heavily influenced by genes hiding in non-coding parts of our DNA. These are not the typical protein-making genes but regulatory regi

health

How Divorce Affects Kids: Single vs. Multiple Children

January 10, 2025

Did you know that how parents handle their emotions and actions during a divorce can greatly influence their kids' behavior? This study looked into how different parental styles affect single children versus those with siblings in a divorce setting. The focus was on understanding how kids show anxie

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Biliary Tract Cancers: Racial Differences in Genomic Profiles

January 10, 2025

Biliary tract cancers (BTCs) are cancers that affect the bile ducts and gallbladder, including intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma (ICC), extrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma (ECC), and gallbladder cancers. Researchers have found several genomic changes in these cancers, such as mutations in isocitrate dehyd

health

Using AI to Speed Up Lung Cancer Data Collection

January 10, 2025

Gathering real-world clinical data for research can be a slow and error-prone process. Researchers wondered if artificial intelligence (AI), specifically natural language processing (NLP), could help speed things up for advanced lung cancer (aLC) patients. They tested this idea by comparing NLP-extr

business

Ski Patrollers Win Big in Utah Resort Strike

January 9, 2025

After a tense two-week strike, 200 ski patrollers at a big Utah resort are back on the job. They accepted a new contract that includes a $2-an-hour pay raise and better deals for senior patrollers. The Park City Ski Professional Ski Patrol Association called it a big victory. They say it shows what

business

The Danger of Online Pharmacies

January 9, 2025

Did you know that most online pharmacies are actually illegal? That’s right, according to a recent report, nearly all of the 35, 000 online pharmacies are breaking the law. This means that the medicines you buy might not work, or worse, they could harm you. These websites often look real, but they d

technology

Finding Your Phone Even When It's Off: A New Trick from OnePlus

January 9, 2025

Ever lost your phone and it was turned off? OnePlus has a clever solution called "Powered Off Finding. " This feature, found in the OnePlus 13, lets you track your device even when it's out of battery. How does it work? The phone's Bluetooth controller stays active and sends encrypted location signa