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Feb 09 2025HEALTH

Stapling Showdown: Robotic vs Laparoscopic in Bariatric Surgery

Imagine having a tool that promises to make your job faster and more cost-effective—but it doesn't. Doctors are performing a certain type of weight-loss surgery using robots. This procedure is known as a Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB). During this surgery, doctors use a robotic system called Da Vi

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Feb 08 2025HEALTH

Kids Making Strides: A New Hope for AADCd

Rare gene problem called Aromatic L-amino acid decarboxylase deficiency (AADCd) makes it tough for kids to move and learn. It gets in the way of their coordination, balance, and brain development. AADCd affects a small number of people but can cause big problems. Think of it as a roadblock on the pa

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Feb 08 2025SPORTS

Gamecock Legends: Three Players to Watch for Hall of Fame

One of the great universities in the US, South Carolina, will have a new face in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Sterling Sharpe, a standout wide receiver for the Green Bay Packers, has already been announced as the first University of South Carolina alumni to be inducted in 2025. I

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Feb 07 2025BUSINESS

The Maximum Charge

There are plans for a new electric car, OK so this is the deal; it sells itself so you can make the purchases in app and drive away almost instantly. That's what the man behind Volkswagen- backed Scout Motors had in mind anyway for a plant in South Carolina, Massachusetts

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Feb 05 2025EDUCATION

Fixing Old Schools: South Carolina's Big Plan

South Carolina's rural schools are facing a big problem. Many of these schools were built a long time ago, and they need some serious repairs. To fix this, the state's Superintendent of Education came up with an idea. She wants to create an "Education Infrastructure Bank" with $100 million. This ban

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Feb 04 2025WEATHER

Sunny Days Ahead, but Keep an Eye on the Weather

In South Carolina, folks are enjoying a streak of unseasonably toasty weather at the beginning of the week. Y'all are going to want to reach for your sunscreen to block the UV rays and maybe even a pair of shorts as South Carolina is basking in warm temperatures. While today is sure to be a scorche

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Feb 04 2025SPORTS

Filling the Spurs' Roster Holes

The San Antonio Spurs have just made a big move, adding De'Aaron Fox to their roster. This trade has given them a strong point guard duo with Victor Wembanyama. But, their work is not done yet. They need to finalize the trade and figure out their player rotations. The trade is not finalized yet. Th

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Feb 02 2025SPORTS

NBA Trade Deadline: What's Next for the Teams?

The NBA trade deadline is fast approaching, and that means there's going to be something major going on. We can't say who will end up where. With a lot of teams looking to make moves. The focus is on the players swap. Important players are in high demand. The Golden State Warrior

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Jan 31 2025SPORTS

Who Wants Fox? The Young Point Guard's Dilemma

The a San Antonio team is setting their sights on De’Aaron Fox. He is a point guard with a free agency coming soon in 2026. His good performance and his outlook on the future create a lot for speculation about his next move. To increase the squad, talks are ongoing between the Kings, Rockets

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Jan 30 2025HEALTH

Hand vs. Open: Two Surgical Approaches for Complex Colon Surgery

When faced with tricky colon operations, doctors have a choice: hand-assisted laparoscopic colectomy (HALS) or starting with keyhole surgery and possibly switching to open (LCOS). Each method has its pros and cons. HALS uses a small incision for a hand, aiding the laparoscope's cameras. LCOS begins

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