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Dec 18 2024HEALTH

Dairy Cow Care: Irish Farmers Share Insights on Transition Health

Irish dairy production typically uses seasonal calving and pasture-based systems. During the dry period, cows are kept indoors and fed mostly grass silage. This setup presents unique opportunities for managing transition cows. A recent study aimed to understand disease occurrences and management pra

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Dec 18 2024HEALTH

Strength Training to Prevent Falls in People with Alzheimer's

A study recently explored whether resistance exercises could help lower the risk of falls among individuals with Alzheimer's disease. The focus was on how such workouts might improve muscle strength, reduce the fear of falling, and enhance the ability to perform daily tasks. Additionally, the study

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Dec 18 2024HEALTH

How Different Types of Exercise Affect Heart Disease in People with MYBPC3 Variants

You might know that certain genetic variants, like the ones in MYBPC3, can cause heart problems. But did you know that not all types of exercise affect people with these variants the same way? Scientists decided to look into this and found something interesting. They grouped exercises into two types

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Dec 18 2024HEALTH

Liver Disease and Hot Flashes: What's the Link?

Ever wondered if there's a connection between liver problems and hot flashes in middle-aged women? Well, there might be. Let's dive into it. Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease, or MASLD for short, is a condition where the liver gets fatty and doesn't work as well as it should.

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Dec 18 2024RELIGION

The Goat-Headed Figure Returns to Concord

In the heart of Concord, New Hampshire, a curious display has resurfaced. A goat-faced figure, sporting bright yellow eyes, has made its way back to the city plaza near the State House. This isn't just any statue; it's a holiday display by The Satanic Temple. The display, which includes a black marb

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Dec 18 2024HEALTH

Beyond Zero: The Complex Reality of Disease Elimination

Imagine a world where diseases like leprosy, HIV/AIDS, and malaria are completely wiped out. That's the dream of many health campaigns around the globe. But is this dream realistic, and more importantly, is it what those most affected by these diseases really want? Let's take a closer look at lepros

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Dec 18 2024HEALTH

Health Smart Seniors: The Key to Aging Well

Imagine you’re 70 and trying to understand your doctor’s advice. Can you grasp the information? That’s what researchers wanted to find out. They studied how well older adults could understand health info and how that affects their aging process. They weren’t just interested in the facts, but also in

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Dec 18 2024HEALTH

Clean Water and Compost: Breaking the Poverty-Disease Cycle

Did you know that removing certain water plants can cut disease rates and boost farm incomes? In Africa, a type of snail lives in these plants and spreads an illness called schistosomiasis. When farmers use fertilizers, they grow more plants, giving the snails more homes. In trial runs, taking out t

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Dec 17 2024POLITICS

Republicans and Democrats Work Together on Government Funding, But Conservatives Have Concerns

In the halls of the Capitol, Republican leaders have managed to hammer out a deal on government funding. However, Speaker Mike Johnson's decision to negotiate with Democrats late in the year has left some conservatives feeling uneasy. The deal, which is set to be unveiled soon, includes a significan

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Dec 17 2024CELEBRITIES

Celebrity Plastic Surgery: From Secrets to Selfies

You might have noticed that a lot of celebrities are open about their plastic surgeries these days. But it wasn’t always like this. Once upon a time, even famous stars kept their procedures under wraps. Ever heard of Marilyn Monroe or Jennifer Lawrence? They were part of that secret-keeping crowd. B

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