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Mar 28 2025HEALTH

The Power of Health Coaching: A Look at Recent Findings

The world of health and wellness coaching has seen a lot of progress in the past few years. A lot of new research has been added to the mix. This research covers a wide range of health topics, from old favorites like diabetes and heart disease to newer areas like respiratory issues and chronic pai

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Mar 28 2025HEALTH

The Weight of Words: How Tracking and Talking Affect Weight Loss

Mobile apps are becoming a go-to tool for managing long-term health issues. These apps focus on changing habits to improve health. One big question is what makes these apps effective for losing weight. Two key factors stand out: how often users track their weight and how much they chat with health p

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Mar 28 2025HEALTH

Caring for a Loved One with Dementia: The Hidden Health Risks for Black Women

African American women often take on the role of caring for family members with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. This responsibility can lead to significant stress and neglect of their own health. One major concern is the increased risk of hypertension, or high blood pressure, which can es

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Mar 28 2025CRIME

The Hidden Truths of Law Enforcement

New information has emerged to fill in the blanks about how policing works in this country. This has shed light on some long-standing issues. It is clear that there are problems with how people are treated by the police. However, the way this information is being looked at needs to change. It is

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Mar 28 2025HEALTH

Chatbots and COVID-19: A New Way to Gauge Health Risks

The COVID-19 pandemic has pushed the limits of healthcare systems worldwide. It has also accelerated the adoption of new technologies in the medical field. One such innovation is the use of generative large language models (LLMs) in conversational AI for personalized risk assessment. These models ar

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Mar 28 2025HEALTH

Breastfeeding's Unseen Hurdles for Mothers in Recovery

The opioid crisis has left a mark on countless families. Mothers struggling with opioid use disorder (OUD) face an uphill battle. They often find it difficult to breastfeed. This is despite the fact that breastfeeding is known to be beneficial for both moms and babies. Many of these moms are on medi

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Mar 28 2025SPORTS

The Struggle for Equal Pay in Women's Rugby

The world of women's rugby is booming, but the financial reality for its athletes is far from glamorous. Ilona Maher, a standout player, has been vocal about the challenges faced by female rugby players. She's not just talking the talk; she's walking the walk, balancing her rugby career with a secon

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Mar 28 2025HEALTH

The Hidden Impact of Yersiniosis in New Zealand

Yersiniosis is a bacterial infection that often flies under the radar. It can cause significant health issues and long-term problems. In 2022, experts in New Zealand set out to measure just how much of a toll this infection takes on the population. They wanted to know how many years of healthy life

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Mar 27 2025TECHNOLOGY

A New Way to Think About Your Phone

In today's world, many people are considering a change from smartphones. The desire to escape the constant buzz of notifications and the pressure of always being online is real. However, the idea of going back to old-school phones with tiny screens and clunky keyboards isn't exactly appealing. That'

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Mar 27 2025EDUCATION

Federal Probe into California's School Privacy Policies

The U. S. Department of Education has started looking into the California Department of Education. They are checking if California is breaking federal privacy rules. These rules are part of the Family Educational Rights Privacy Act, or FERPA. FERPA lets parents see their kids' school records and con

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