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Nov 27 2025HEALTH

Honoring Loved Ones with Dementia: A Journey Through Memories

People often struggle to remember their loved ones who lived with dementia. A recent study looked into how we honor and remember these individuals. The research was part of a bigger project. It explored how people remember and celebrate lives, especially those with dementia. The study focused on in

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Nov 06 2025POLITICS

A Daycare Disrupted: When ICE Came Knocking

In Chicago, a typical Wednesday morning turned chaotic when Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers entered a Spanish immersion daycare to detain a worker. This event, which would have been rare before 2017, has become more common due to policy changes under President Donald Trump. The "s

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Oct 09 2025HEALTH

Digital Skills: The Missing Piece in Cancer Care

Cancer treatment is undergoing a significant transformation. Digital tools are becoming more common, but there's a catch. Many healthcare professionals lack the necessary skills to use these tools effectively. This gap can lead to delays in treatment and added stress for patients. The European Unio

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Jul 17 2025HEALTH

Behind the Scenes: Maternity Care Workers and the Domestic Violence Challenge

Maternity care workers, including midwives, nurses, and doctors, play a crucial role in the lives of expecting and new mothers. They are often the first to notice signs of domestic violence, but many feel unsure about how to address it effectively. The problem is that there's no standard way to scr

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Jul 09 2025HEALTH

Workplace Well-being at Risk: Federal Cuts Threaten Mental Health Progress

In Connecticut, construction workers who complete addiction treatment are paired with a recovery coach. This coach checks in daily, attends recovery meetings, and helps them reintegrate into work for a year. Meanwhile, in Pennsylvania, doctors applying for credentials at Geisinger hospitals are not

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Jul 05 2025HEALTH

Why Are Fewer Premature Babies Being Reported in Burkina Faso?

In Burkina Faso, a surprising thing happened during the DenBalo study. Researchers expected to find many preterm births, but the numbers were lower than usual. This made them curious. So, they decided to talk to healthcare workers to understand how they figure out the age of babies in the womb. Hea

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Jul 04 2025HEALTH

How Health Workers' Beliefs and Vaccine Choices Impact Their Burnout

Health workers are under a lot of stress. This stress can affect their decisions and how they care for patients. One big factor is their beliefs about health and their choices about COVID-19 vaccines. Burnout is a big problem. It can make health workers less effective and even impact public health.

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Jul 02 2025HEALTH

The Heavy Weight of ICU Care

Working in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) is tough. It's not just about the long hours and the high-pressure environment. The emotional toll can be just as heavy. Many healthcare workers in the ICU often feel regret. This is not just about making mistakes. It's about the deep emotional impact of cari

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Jun 18 2025HEALTH

Harnessing the Hidden Struggles of Healthcare Workers in Moldova

In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, healthcare workers in the Republic of Moldova faced a silent battle. This battle was not against the virus itself, but against violence in the workplace. A recent investigation delved into the experiences of these frontline workers, both before and during the p

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May 24 2025HEALTH

Healthcare workers in Uganda get disability training

In Uganda, healthcare workers are now receiving disability training. This is a big deal because people with disabilities often face hurdles when trying to get medical help. This can lead to worse health problems for them. The training is designed to help healthcare workers understand and support p

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