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Nov 26 2024HEALTH

Fixing Ankle Fractures: Surgery Outcomes 10 Years Later

Ever broken your ankle? Yeah, it’s pretty common, especially for the malleolar fracture type. Problem is, this fracture can lead to nasty ankle osteoarthritis years down the line. But guess what? No one really knows what makes for a good recovery after surgery. So, this study took a hard look at the

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Nov 26 2024HEALTH

Genes and Habits: How They Affect Obesity in Pakistan

Obesity is a big problem worldwide, caused by a mix of genetics and daily habits like diet, lack of exercise, and sleep problems. This study looked at how certain versions of the Clock gene, which controls our body's internal clock, interact with daily habits to affect obesity in people from Pakista

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Nov 26 2024POLITICS

Why Marco Rubio Should Prioritize Religious Freedom

When Antony Blinken served as Secretary of State, some people praised his support for LGBT rights and gender equity. Others criticized his handling of rogue regimes and terrorists. However, one issue stood out: his treatment of Christians. Under Blinken, many Christians faced persecution, especially

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Nov 26 2024HEALTH

Kids and Asthma: A UK Health Mystery

Asthma is a big deal for kids in the UK, but strangely, we don't have up-to-date numbers on how many suffer from it. Back in the day, asthma was seen as no biggie, but now it's a serious issue that affects kids' daily lives. Picture this: a kid always needing an inhaler just to play with friends. Th

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Nov 26 2024HEALTH

Meet Anwar Fazal: The Breastfeeding Champion

Anwar Fazal is known for his relentless pursuit of healthier lives for babies and mothers worldwide. Over six decades, he's played a crucial role in setting up several civil society groups focused on health, human rights, environment, and peace. But his journey into the breastfeeding movement is par

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Nov 26 2024FINANCE

How COVID-19 Shook Up the Finance World: Crypto and Traditional Assets

The COVID-19 pandemic has been a wild ride for all kinds of money, from digital currencies to gold. We looked at how the main cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, Ripple, and Litecoin behaved during this time. We also checked out the fear index (VIX), gold prices, and the S&P500 stock market. Us

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Nov 26 2024HEALTH

Water Woes in Yemen: A Crisis and Response

The war in Yemen back in 2015 threw a wrench into the country's water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) systems. Suddenly, there was an acute shortage of safe water, poor sanitation, and hygiene. Microbial water quality took a nosedive. Cholera outbreaks in 2016/2017 were the wake-up call that sparked

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Nov 26 2024HEALTH

Personalized Radiosurgery for NF2-Linked Meningiomas: A Closer Look

Managing meningiomas tied to neurofibromatosis type 2 (NF2) isn't one-size-fits-all. These intracranial tumors can pop up one at a time or in groups, making each case unique. One treatment option is stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS), a high-precision radiation technique. A team of experts dug into the

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Nov 26 2024HEALTH

Exploring the PREVENT Model: Can It Stop Falls in Long-Term Care?

Falls are a big problem for older adults living in long-term care homes. About half of them fall each year, and hip fractures are a common result. Research shows that combining different strategies can help reduce falls and fractures, but putting these plans into action isn't always easy. That's whe

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Nov 26 2024ENVIRONMENT

Protesters Hanging On: The Fight Against Tesla's Expansion

In the woods near Berlin, protesters are refusing to come down from the trees. German police are trying to clear the camp, climbed up ladders to reach the protesters and cut down the rope structures they've set up. Why all the fuss? Tesla's planning to expand their gigafactory, the only one in Europ

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