HEALTH

Jun 27 2025HEALTH

Health Insurance: The Unseen Struggle During COVID-19

In the US, many people are at risk of losing their health insurance, especially those on Medicaid. This issue, known as insurance churn, has been a problem for a while. Even after the Affordable Care Act helped more people get coverage, the risk of losing insurance is still high. The COVID-19 pande

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Jun 27 2025HEALTH

How Endometrial Markers Might Predict IVF Success

Scientists wanted to see if certain markers in the uterus could help predict how well frozen embryo transfers would work. Specifically, they looked at BCL6 and SIRT1, two proteins that play a role in cell function. The study focused on the mid-luteal phase, a crucial time in the menstrual cycle for

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Jun 27 2025HEALTH

Chemicals in Our Environment: A Hidden Threat to Esophageal Health

In Taiwan, esophageal cancer is a serious health issue. It's tough to treat and often has poor outcomes. Scientists are now looking into how certain chemicals in our environment might play a role in causing this disease. One group of chemicals, called organophosphate flame retardants (OPFRs), has ca

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Jun 27 2025HEALTH

The Battle Against COVID-19: A New Weapon in the Fight

The COVID-19 pandemic is still a major issue in 2025. The virus, SARS-CoV-2, changes rapidly. This makes it hard for vaccines and medicines to work well. Different versions of the virus cause different levels of sickness. Scientists are not sure why this happens. A new study looks at how different

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Jun 27 2025HEALTH

A New Way to Measure Hip Problems and Predict Success

Hip issues, like femoroacetabular impingement (FAI), often get fixed with a hip arthroscopy. But sometimes, the surgery doesn't work as well as hoped. One big reason is that not enough bone is removed during the procedure, a problem known as cam underresection. Doctors use X-rays to check if they'v

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Jun 27 2025HEALTH

Wake County's Rabies Alert: Stay Safe, Stay Informed

Wake County is facing a serious issue with rabies. A fox that bit a man on Tuesday was found to have rabies on Wednesday. This is the fourth case this month. The attack happened near Pulley Town Road and Thornburg Drive in Wake Forest. Animal Control was called in to catch the fox and test it. Lucki

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Jun 27 2025HEALTH

How Shape Matters in Measuring Skin Heat During Workouts

Researchers wanted to know if the shape used in software affects skin temperature readings during exercise. They tested two shapes: boxes and ellipses. The study involved 42 male runners. Their skin temperature was checked in three different situations: when they were resting, after dipping in cold

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Jun 27 2025HEALTH

Measles on the Rise in Utah: What You Need to Know

Utah is facing a growing measles outbreak, with two more people, including a child, recently diagnosed. This brings the total number of confirmed cases to five. The unvaccinated individuals, from Utah County and southern Utah, have raised concerns among health officials. Two of the infected are preg

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Jun 27 2025HEALTH

How Active Are Kids with Epilepsy in China?

In China, there's a growing interest in understanding how physically active kids with epilepsy are. This isn't just about counting steps or hours spent playing sports. It's about figuring out what makes these kids move or hold back. First, let's talk numbers. Studies show that children with epileps

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Jun 27 2025HEALTH

When Two Rare Conditions Collide: A Medical Puzzle

Handling pheochromocytoma during surgery is tough. The body's blood pressure can go haywire. But here's a twist: sometimes, it's linked to another rare condition called Takotsubo syndrome. This makes things even trickier for doctors. First, let's talk about pheochromocytoma. It's a tumor that messe

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