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Feb 25 2025HEALTH

Unlocking the Secrets of Arthritis Treatment: A Malaysian Tale

Arthritis is a big deal in Malaysia, where people from different backgrounds live together. It's super important to make sure people with arthritis take their medicine as they should. If they don't, bad things can happen, like their condition getting worse or becoming disabled. This is a big problem

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Feb 25 2025HEALTH

Ramadan Rush: How Traffic Jams Affect Drivers

Ramadan is a special time for Muslims worldwide. It's a month of fasting, reflection, and community. But it's also a time when traffic can get crazy. This is especially true around Iftar, the time when Muslims break their fast. It's not just about the extra cars on the road. It's about what happens

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Feb 25 2025HEALTH

AI Watchdogs: Keeping Skin Flaps Healthy After Surgery

Doctors and nurses have a tough job. They need to keep a close eye on skin flaps after surgery. This means checking the blood flow to make sure the skin stays healthy. Usually, they do this by looking at the skin color. But let's face it, humans can make mistakes. They might miss a change in color o

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Feb 25 2025HEALTH

How Tech Can Reach Seniors

Older adults are a growing part of the US population, but finding them online is still a challenge. As technology moves forward, the gap between seniors and digital recruitment grows. This is a problem that needs to be addressed. The PLAN trial showed us some lessons. It's clear that the way we

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Feb 25 2025HEALTH

Unlocking Health Care for the Elderly: The Power of Shared Access

The digital age has brought us many conveniences, and one of them is the patient portal. This online tool lets patients access their health records, schedule appointments, and even chat with doctors. But what about those who aren't tech-savvy? Or those who need a little extra help managing their hea

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Feb 25 2025HEALTH

Unseen Battles: The Impact of Online Bullying

Online bullying is a serious problem that goes beyond just mean comments. It's about the lasting effects on a person's mental health. Researchers are trying to understand how it affects people, but it's not easy. Traditional methods can't capture the immediate effects because online bullying is unpr

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Feb 25 2025HEALTH

Is AI Really Helping Primary Care?

AI is becoming a big part of primary care. It could make a huge difference in how doctors make decisions, predict patient outcomes, and spot health issues early. But there's a catch. The studies on AI in primary care aren't always reported properly. This is a problem because if we can't trust the re

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Feb 25 2025HEALTH

The Truth About MS and the Internet

People with multiple sclerosis (MS) often turn to the internet for health information. This makes sense, as the web is a vast library of knowledge. However, it's also a jungle of misinformation. This can be a big problem. Imagine you're looking for a map to a treasure, but half the maps are fake. Yo

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Feb 25 2025HEALTH

The Hidden Power of a Single Gene Change in Stomach Cancer

The world of genetics is full of surprises, and stomach cancer is no exception. Researchers have found a specific gene change in the DNA of people with stomach cancer. This change is located in a gene called USP47, which is part of a family of genes that control how proteins are broken down in the b

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Feb 25 2025HEALTH

Navigating Pregnancy in the Digital Age

Pregnancy can be a confusing time, especially when you're trying to sort through all the information out there. The internet is a double-edged sword. It's full of helpful advice and support, but it can also be a minefield of misinformation. This can be tough for pregnant women and their caregiver

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