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Jan 08 2025HEALTH

Checking the PRAPARE: Does it Help Heart Patients?

You know how some people are healthier than others? It's not just genetics or lifestyle choices – it's also about where they live, what they eat, and how much money they have. These are called social determinants of health (SDOH). To measure these factors, researchers and doctors use tools like PRAP

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Jan 08 2025TECHNOLOGY

Meet the Amazfit Active 2: A Smartwatch Built for Fitness and More

The Amazfit Active 2, a new smartwatch designed for fitness enthusiasts, has just been launched. This versatile device can also function as a regular watch. Made from stainless steel, it boasts an impressive battery life. The watch was unveiled at CES 2025 in Las Vegas. The Amazfit Active 2 feature

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Jan 08 2025HEALTH

Playing It Safe: How Gamblers Feel About New Trial Methods

Gambling can be fun, but it comes with risks. This study looked into how 36 casual gamblers felt about a trial called EROGamb 2. 0. This trial aimed to make gambling safer by using messages about what others do and by helping people set goals. The gamblers were interviewed over the phone or video ca

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Jan 08 2025TECHNOLOGY

The Smart Mattress Topper That Wants to Improve Your Sleep

Imagine waking up every morning feeling refreshed and well-rested. That's what the ERA Smart Layer promises. This 3 1/25-inch thick mattress topper isn't your average bedding accessory. It's a high-tech gadget designed to enhance your sleep and overall health. The ERA Smart Layer is packed with fea

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Jan 08 2025POLITICS

Why People Are Leaving Massachusetts

Ever wondered why some states see more people moving in, while others see more people moving out? Well, Massachusetts is one of those states where folks seem to be packing their bags. Two moving services, U-Haul and United Van Lines, recently reported that more people are leaving the Bay State than

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Jan 08 2025CELEBRITIES

Meghan Markle's New Show & Brand: A Netflix Partnership

Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, is set to bring her lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard, to Netflix. The brand's debut was soft, with jars of homemade jam gifted to celebrities like Mindy Kaling and Chrissy Teigen. Questions swirled about the brand's leadership and funding. Now, Netflix

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Jan 08 2025HEALTH

Checking in with Moms: How Nurse Visits Affect Violence, Money, and Feelings

Let's chat about a study in British Columbia, Canada, that looked into how nurse home visits can help new moms. This study, called the British Columbia Healthy Connections Project, wanted to find out if having a nurse visit new parents at home could make a difference in their lives. The study was ra

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Jan 08 2025POLITICS

Trudeau Steps Down: What's Next for Canada's Liberals?

When Justin Trudeau, Canada's 23rd prime minister, decided to step down, many were not surprised. He had promised big changes back in 2015, like fighting climate change, improving Indigenous relations, and updating the voting system. But over time, his popularity dropped. Members of his own Liberal

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Jan 07 2025POLITICS

Jimmy Carter: The Unconventional President Comes Home

Former President Jimmy Carter isn't your typical Washington insider, and the feeling is mutual. He's heading back to the nation's capital this Tuesday, not for a celebration of his presidency, but for an official recognition after his life. The grand ceremony is more about following procedures than

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Jan 07 2025POLITICS

Visiting Jimmy Carter's Remains: What You Need to Know

Jimmy Carter, the longest-living U. S. president, will be lying in state at the U. S. Capitol's Rotunda from Tuesday, January 7, to Thursday, January 9. Visitors in the D. C. area can pay their respects during specific times on Tuesday and Wednesday. The Capitol will be closed for a private service

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