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Apr 21 2025HEALTH

Can Brain Zaps Boost Social Skills in Kids with Autism?

The world of autism research is always buzzing with new ideas. One recent study has been looking into transcranial pulsed current stimulation, or tPCS. This fancy term refers to a technique that uses gentle electrical pulses to stimulate the brain. The goal? To see if it can help kids with autism sp

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Apr 21 2025HEALTH

The Active Lives of Young People on the Spectrum

The HUNT Study in Norway has been looking into how young people with autism move around throughout the day. This study is important because it shows how physical activity, screen time, and sleep vary among autistic youth, those with ADHD, and the general youth population. The study used data from

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Apr 21 2025HEALTH

The Changing Face of Global Health: Who's Stepping Up?

The U. S. has long been a major player in global health, backing United Nations agencies and funding key programs. However, recent political changes are shaking things up. Funding cuts, shifting priorities, and a move away from working with other countries are causing ripples in global health system

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Apr 21 2025HEALTH

Incentives for Better Blood Pressure Care in Rural China

In the vast rural areas of China, managing high blood pressure is a tough job. Doctors in these regions often find it hard to give the best care. One big reason might be that they don't have enough money to motivate them to keep up good work over time. So, a new plan is in the works to test out diff

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Apr 21 2025HEALTH

The Power of Kindness in Hospice Care

Hospice care is widely known as one of the most challenging jobs. It involves a lot of stress and constant exposure to patients with life-limiting conditions. This makes the mental health of hospice workers a big concern. One way to support these workers is by looking at how compassion and self-comp

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Apr 21 2025SCIENCE

Smart Tricks to Spot and Treat Cancer

Cancer treatments often face a big problem: not enough targets to hit. Scientists have found a clever way to create more targets on cancer cells. They use special sugars to build chemical groups on cell membranes. This trick is called metabolic glycoengineering. It helps make cancer cells more v

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Apr 21 2025HEALTH

Binge-Watching Blues: How Streaming Services Impact Medical Students

The pandemic brought many changes, but one of the most noticeable was the boom in streaming services. Young adults, especially those in college, have been big fans of this shift. However, this trend has sparked concerns about its effects on their well-being. Let's dive into how this trend is affecti

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Apr 21 2025EDUCATION

Smart Writing: How AI Can Help, and Where It Might Go Wrong

The world of academic writing has seen a significant shift with the introduction of AI tools. These tools, powered by large language models, have become more accessible since the release of ChatGPT in 2022. They promise to speed up the writing process for researchers. However, they come with their o

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Apr 21 2025HEALTH

The Risk of Cancer Returning in Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a tough condition. It causes joint pain and swelling. Many people with RA also have a history of cancer. This can make treatment tricky. Doctors often use drugs called biological disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (bDMARDs). These drugs help control RA symptoms. But w

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Apr 21 2025POLITICS

Elon Musk's Media Maneuvers: Avoiding the Hard Questions

Elon Musk, the tech billionaire, has been steering clear of tough interviews since he took over Twitter, now known as X. He has been more selective about who he talks to, often choosing platforms and hosts that won't push him too hard. Musk has been appearing on Fox News and chatting with hosts wh

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