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Apr 21 2025HEALTH

Can Brain Zaps Boost Social Skills in Kids with Autism?

The world of autism research is always buzzing with new ideas. One recent study has been looking into transcranial pulsed current stimulation, or tPCS. This fancy term refers to a technique that uses gentle electrical pulses to stimulate the brain. The goal? To see if it can help kids with autism sp

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Apr 21 2025RELIGION

Faith and Fortune: How Religion and Money Shape Happiness

Religion often plays a big role in how happy people feel. A lot of studies have shown that the more involved someone is in religion, the happier they tend to be. But is this true for everyone? Does it matter if you go to church or just pray at home? What about money and education? These questio

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Apr 21 2025HEALTH

Helping Kids Stay Calm During Heart Check-Ups

In the bustling world of pediatric emergency care, kids often face more than just physical discomfort. Fear and anxiety can strike during even the simplest of procedures, like an electrocardiogram (ECG). ECG is a painless test that measures the heart's electrical activity. It's a vital tool for d

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Apr 21 2025HEALTH

Helping Pregnant People Through Better Health Care

In 2018, Massachusetts took a big step forward in health care. They started using a new system called Accountable Care Organizations, or ACOs, for their Medicaid program. This system is designed to make health care better and more efficient. One key part of this new system is that it requires all AC

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Apr 21 2025HEALTH

Incentives for Better Blood Pressure Care in Rural China

In the vast rural areas of China, managing high blood pressure is a tough job. Doctors in these regions often find it hard to give the best care. One big reason might be that they don't have enough money to motivate them to keep up good work over time. So, a new plan is in the works to test out diff

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Apr 21 2025HEALTH

Medications and Kids' Cholesterol Levels

The number of children with high cholesterol is growing. This is a big deal because it can lead to heart problems later in life. Doctors need to spot this early and take action. A healthy lifestyle is key for all kids, but some might need medicine too. The focus here is on drugs that mess with chol

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Apr 21 2025HEALTH

Binge-Watching Blues: How Streaming Services Impact Medical Students

The pandemic brought many changes, but one of the most noticeable was the boom in streaming services. Young adults, especially those in college, have been big fans of this shift. However, this trend has sparked concerns about its effects on their well-being. Let's dive into how this trend is affecti

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Apr 21 2025HEALTH

Diet's Role in Colorectal Cancer: A New Approach

Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a major health issue worldwide. It's becoming more common in younger people. This is partly because of better screening. However, most prediction tools for CRC are based on older adults. This limits their use for younger and more diverse groups. The role of diet in prevent

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Apr 21 2025HEALTH

Big Data Boosts Surgery Recovery and Pain Control

The process of managing anaesthesia is a big deal in the world of surgery. It affects how well patients recover, how pain is handled, and overall patient health. Even with all the progress in anaesthesia, there are still issues. Patients react differently, and sometimes there are unexpected problems

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Apr 21 2025HEALTH

The Risk of Cancer Returning in Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a tough condition. It causes joint pain and swelling. Many people with RA also have a history of cancer. This can make treatment tricky. Doctors often use drugs called biological disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (bDMARDs). These drugs help control RA symptoms. But w

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