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Aug 27 2025HEALTH

Lipid Levels and Heart Health: A Closer Look at Plaque Rupture

Heart problems are serious business. One big worry is when plaques in the arteries break open. This can cause serious trouble, like a heart attack. Doctors have been studying this for a long time. They want to find out what makes these plaques unstable. Recently, some researchers looked at lipid ra

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Aug 20 2025WEATHER

Erin's Waves: A Storm's Impact on the East Coast

Hurricane Erin is making its way north in the Atlantic, hundreds of miles off the coast. It's bringing some serious trouble to North Carolina's Outer Banks and other parts of the East Coast. The National Hurricane Center says to expect dangerous storm surges and tropical storm conditions. Roads on t

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Jul 12 2025TECHNOLOGY

Smart Savings: Great Amazon Prime Day Discounts Still Available

Amazon Prime Day has brought some amazing deals to the table. One standout is a robot vacuum that won't break the bank. It's not the fanciest model out there, but it gets the job done. For just $139. 99, you can grab this deal from both Amazon and Walmart, saving a cool $140. This price is pretty cl

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Jul 11 2025EDUCATION

Boosting Skills for Vet Teachers: A Simple Plan

Vet teachers need help to get better at their jobs. But many don't join programs because they're too busy, don't understand the benefits, or think their school won't notice. This piece shares a plan to help vet teachers at any stage in their career. It offers different ways to learn and grow, making

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Jul 11 2025HEALTH

What Matters Most After Surviving Severe Breathing Trouble?

Surviving a serious lung condition in the hospital's intensive care unit can change lives forever. Many people face lasting problems, known as post-intensive care syndrome (PICS). But what do these survivors and their caregivers think is most important for recovery? A study tried to find out. It as

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Jul 11 2025HEALTH

Heart Health Check-Up: Room for Improvement in New Zealand

In New Zealand, managing cholesterol levels after a heart attack is crucial. The focus is on low-density lipoprotein (LDL), often called "bad" cholesterol. After a first heart attack, doctors aim to keep LDL in check to prevent further issues. However, there's a gap in how well this is being done.

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Jul 10 2025EDUCATION

Smart Scheduling for Nursing Students: A Tech Fix for Busy Teachers

Nursing students need to practice in real settings. This means they must go to different hospitals and clinics. But arranging these placements is a big task. Teachers have to match students with the right spots. They also need to make sure students don't have to travel too far. This can take a lot o

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Jul 09 2025SCIENCE

How Weather Affects Your Seaweed Snacks

Seaweed farming is big business. It's a key player in the global food scene. But climate change is making things tricky. Think about your favorite seaweed snack. It might taste different soon. Why? Because the environment where seaweed grows is changing. Scientists in South Korea studied this. They

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Jul 09 2025HEALTH

Your Coffee Habit Might Be Hurting Your Eyesight

Coffee lovers, listen up! That daily cup of joe might be doing more harm than good, especially if you're a fan of the instant variety. Recent findings have linked instant coffee to a shocking increase in the risk of developing age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a top cause of blindness. The stu

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Jul 08 2025HEALTH

Unraveling Heart Inflammation: A Closer Look at South Africa's Acute Myocarditis Cases

Acute myocarditis (AM) is a serious condition where the heart muscle becomes inflamed. A recent study in South Africa, known as CAMISA, is trying to figure out how this condition shows up, what causes it, and how patients fare. This research is crucial because understanding these aspects can lead to

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