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Dec 21 2024HEALTH

Witnessing Parents' Fights: A Silent Risk for Heart Health

Did you know that being exposed to violent fights between parents when you're a kid can impact your heart's health as an adult? It's true! Scientists have found links between experiencing these tense family situations and higher chances of heart disease. But why is this? It turns out that the stress

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Dec 20 2024HEALTH

How Cells Stick Together to Help Tumors Thrive

Ever wondered how cancer cells stick around and grow? It's all about adhesion—how cells cling to each other and their surroundings. Certain proteins help cells stick together, keeping tissues healthy and balanced. But in cancers like chronic lymphocytic leukemia and mantle cell lymphoma, these prote

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Dec 19 2024POLITICS

Vaccine Skeptic RFK Jr. May Shape Future U. S. Health Policies

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is meeting with Senate Republicans to secure his spot as the health secretary. Despite his decades-long opposition to vaccines, he aims to convince them he holds moderate views. Kennedy has long promoted false claims linking vaccines to autism and is affiliated with anti-vaccin

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Dec 19 2024CRIME

The Man Accused of Killing a Healthcare CEO: What Happens Next?

Luigi Mangione, the 26-year-old man charged with killing the CEO of UnitedHealthcare, will face a Pennsylvania judge this Thursday. The hearing aims to decide whether he should be sent to New York to face murder charges. The court will also look at some other serious crimes Mangione is accused of, l

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Dec 18 2024HEALTH

Teens in Trouble: Mental Health Woes in Nigeria's Welfare and Justice Systems

In Nigeria, teens who've tangled with the law or are in the welfare system face a tough reality. Many have been through some rough stuff as kids. We're talking about things like being ignored, seeing violence, or even being hurt. This can lead to big mental health problems, like feeling super sad (d

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Dec 18 2024CRIME

Luigi Mangione Faces Murder Charges in CEO Killing

Luigi Mangione, a 26-year-old from a wealthy family, has been indicted in New York for the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. The indictment includes charges like first-degree murder and second-degree murder as a crime of terrorism. Mangione's lawyer said he won't fight extradition to Ne

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Dec 17 2024HEALTH

Sugar and Kidneys: How New Pills Help

Imagine you have two tough health issues: type 2 diabetes (T2D) and chronic kidney disease (CKD). Doctors are finding new ways to treat these conditions, especially with a special kind of pill called an SGLT2 inhibitor. These pills are getting lots of attention in Europe, Japan, and the US. The FOU

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Dec 17 2024SCIENCE

Nature-Inspired Sticky Materials: How they Work and What They Do

Imagine sticky substances found in nature, like those used by mussels to cling to rocks. Scientists are now creating similar materials called supramolecular adhesives. These aren't just any glues; they're inspired by proteins and nucleic acids from marine creatures and can be used in numerous ways.

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Dec 16 2024HEALTH

Help for Kids with Long-Term Illnesses in Iran: What Works?

Growing up is tough, and for kids with chronic diseases in Iran, it can be even tougher. These kids face extra challenges that can make their symptoms worse and lower their quality of life. So, scientists in Iran decided to look into different ways to help these kids feel better. They reviewed lots

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Dec 16 2024HEALTH

New Ways to Handle High Phosphorus in Kidney Disease

Ever heard of hyperphosphatemia? It's a problem that many people with advanced chronic kidney disease (CKD) face. High phosphorus levels can lead to issues like hormone imbalances, bone problems, and even heart risks. The good news is that there are new treatments available. But the real question is

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