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Jul 14 2025HEALTH

Back Pain and AI: A Smarter Way to Diagnose

Back pain is a big deal. It makes life hard for many people and costs a lot of money to treat. Often, doctors use MRI scans to figure out if a slipped disc is causing the pain. But MRI machines aren't everywhere, and they can be expensive. So, what's the alternative? AI, or artificial intelligence,

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Jul 14 2025EDUCATION

Nurses: The Frontline Fighters Against Stigma

Nurses play a huge role in healthcare. They are the first faces patients see. They spend the most time with patients. This makes their job super important. They need to be ready to help everyone without any bias. Training nurses well is key. They must learn to treat all patients fairly. This means

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Jul 13 2025SCIENCE

Tea Plants and Their Secret Weapon Against Fungi

Scientists have found a special protein in tea plants that helps them fight off a nasty fungus called Colletotrichum camelliae. This fungus causes a disease known as tea anthracnose, which is a big problem for tea growers. The protein, called CsJAZ11, works by teaming up with another protein called

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Jul 13 2025HEALTH

Guns, Stress, and Heart Health: What's the Link?

In Michigan, heart disease is a big deal. It's the top cause of death. But here's something not many people talk about: guns. Not just the guns themselves, but the stress they cause. A recent study dug into this. It looked at how often guns are used in crimes and how that affects heart health in dif

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Jul 13 2025HEALTH

How Online Learning Can Boost Confidence in Treating Opioid Addiction

The opioid crisis in the U. S. is a big deal, and doctors and nurses need to be ready to help. They must know how to spot, talk to, and treat patients with opioid use disorder (OUD). But it's not just about knowing the facts; they also need to feel confident and have the right attitude when caring f

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Jul 13 2025HEALTH

Making Sense of Unclear Death Data: A Closer Look

Death data is a big deal. It helps us understand health trends and make better decisions. But sometimes, the reasons behind deaths are not clear. These are called "ill-defined deaths" or "garbage codes. " To make sense of this, experts use a process called redistribution. In Belgium, France, and Sl

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Jul 13 2025SCIENCE

How Heat Shapes Mosquito Growth in Central India

Mosquitoes, especially the Aedes aegypti, are spreading fast. They carry diseases and love warm weather. Scientists in central India studied how heat affects these mosquitoes. They looked at how temperature changes their growth, survival, and even how they reproduce. The study focused on mosquitoes

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Jul 13 2025HEALTH

Understanding the Challenges of Care and Recovery for Jaundice Patients

Patients dealing with a serious liver condition called malignant obstructive jaundice often face a tough road to recovery. One common treatment is a procedure known as percutaneous transhepatic cholangial drainage (PTCD). This helps to relieve the blockage causing the jaundice. However, the journey

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Jul 13 2025HEALTH

Keeping Pilgrims Safe: Food Safety Knowledge and Practices During Hajj

Food safety is a big deal, especially during Hajj. With so many people gathering in one place, the risk of foodborne illness goes up. That's why it's important to understand how much pilgrims know about food safety and how they handle food and water during this massive event. Pilgrims come from all

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Jul 13 2025BUSINESS

Felix the Cat: A Family Feud Over Millions

Felix the Cat, the beloved cartoon character known for his magic bag and catchphrase, has sparked a legal battle. The Australian relatives of Patrick Sullivan, one of Felix's creators, are suing Donald Oriolo. They claim Oriolo hid Felix's financial success from them for years. The heirs believe the

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