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Nov 23 2024HEALTH

Battlefield Breathing: Helping Wounded Soldiers Breathe Better

Soldiers injured in battles often have trouble breathing. One serious problem is called Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS). This happens when the lungs can't get enough oxygen. Doctors and researchers looked into how to best treat this near the battlefield. They found two main methods: mecha

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Nov 23 2024HEALTH

Classroom Virus Spread: How Humidity Can Help

The COVID-19 pandemic taught us a lot about how diseases spread indoors. One big lesson was that crowded, poorly ventilated spaces can be hotspots for infection. Most classrooms in the U. S. don't have mechanical ventilation, so they can fill up with tiny virus particles in the air. Scientists used

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Nov 23 2024HEALTH

Climate Change: A Double Whammy for Health Systems

Climate change is a big problem for our health and the systems that take care of it. It's like a double burden because it affects both our direct health and the systems that protect us. Scientists have looked at a lot of studies to figure out what the main issues are and where there are gaps in our

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Nov 22 2024ENVIRONMENT

Climate Deal Could Boost U. S. Economy

Hey, Donald Trump! Listen up. Withdrawing from the Paris climate deal isn't just bad for the planet, but it's also a major missed opportunity for the U. S. economy. 2024 was the hottest year ever, with temperatures exceeding the Paris agreement's target of 1. 5 degrees. This isn't just about the env

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Nov 22 2024POLITICS

Science Under Fire: A Global Battle

Science is facing heavy criticism from various corners of the world. The recent election of a leader with anti-science views in the US is just one example. Climate change, a pressing global issue, is constantly under scrutiny, with scientists and their findings being attacked. Topics like reproducti

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Nov 22 2024POLITICS

The Environmental Protection Agency Prepares for a Shift

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is getting ready for significant changes under the new administration. Industry leaders are eager for more relaxed rules, while scientists at the agency might face increased pressure. For years, the EPA has been the watchdog for environmental regulations. N

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Nov 22 2024ENVIRONMENT

Farming in Africa: How Climate Change Hurts Crop Yields

Agriculture is the backbone of many African countries, but climate change is making it tougher to grow crops. A recent study looked at cereal crops in 35 sub-Saharan countries from 2005 to 2020. It found that farmers were pretty efficient, with an average score of 83%. However, climate change is hur

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Nov 22 2024HEALTH

Seniors Sit Less: A Guide to Setting Goals and Staying Active

Ever wondered how seniors manage to reduce their sitting time and stay active? Researchers delved into a specific program designed to help older adults cut down on sitting. They focused on three key aspects: how well the program was followed, if participants were happy with it, and the strategies th

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Nov 21 2024SPORTS

How Big a Deal is Texas's Schedule Strength?

Texas football coach Steve Sarkisian isn't too worried about what the College Football Playoff (CFP) committee looks for in their rankings. He's more focused on playing good football. The Longhorns, ranked third, have two big games left against Kentucky and Texas A&M. Their schedule strength isn't g

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Nov 21 2024EDUCATION

No More Snow Days in NYC: Remote Learning to Replace Them

New York City students won't have traditional snow days this year. Instead, they'll switch to remote learning when bad weather hits. The city's Department of Education is sticking with this plan, even though it faced issues earlier this year. Schools Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos announced this at

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