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Jan 24 2025EDUCATION

Cell Phones in Schools: Should Massachusetts Ban Them?

Imagine going to school and not having your phone by your side. That's what Attorney General Andrea Campbell is proposing with the new STUDY Act. The act aims to get phones out of classrooms from start to finish, or "bell-to-bell, " as she calls it. This isn't just about creating a good habit; it's

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Jan 24 2025HEALTH

Digital Data in Health: How Blending Research Styles Promotes Teamwork

In today’s digital era, health research heavily relies on digital data. This shift calls for teamwork across different fields to tackle the tricky methods and hurdles that come with this data. Typically, health research follows a clear, step-by-step path, while data science takes a more flexible, ex

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Jan 23 2025HEALTH

Kids, Parents, and Chronic Kidney Disease: What Schools Can Do

Do you know that a serious health issue, called chronic kidney disease, often goes unnoticed among teens and their parents? This condition gradually damages the kidneys, but many people aren't aware of it. Schools can play a crucial role in spreading awareness, but are they doing enough? Let's star

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Jan 23 2025HEALTH

School Nurses: The Unsung Heroes of Kids' Well-being

Ever wondered how schools keep kids healthy and ready to learn? School nurses play a pivotal role in this process. They're not just there for band-aids and tummy aches. These trained professionals are the frontline of kids' health while they're learning. Imagine having a medical expert who understa

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Jan 23 2025EDUCATION

Charleston's New Inflatable Planetarium: A Cosmic Adventure Awaits

Get ready, Charleston! A unique experience is coming to Citadel Mall in West Ashley. The Charleston Planetarium Society is setting up an inflatable planetarium dome right next to Planet Fitness. This 50-seat theater will offer shows on astronomy, biology, and history, all aimed at inspiring folks, e

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Jan 23 2025EDUCATION

Why Top Private Schools Face Parents’ Worry

Are you a parent of a student at a private school? If so, you might be noticing some trends that have you worried. Many American parents, both from public and private schools like the University of Chicago Laboratory Schools (Lab), are concerned about similar issues. One major problem they see is a

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Jan 23 2025EDUCATION

Johnson Elementary in Aurora Shines as an 'Exemplary' School

Imagine a school where students excel not just in the classroom, but also in areas like math, science, and language proficiency. That's exactly what's happening at Johnson Elementary in Aurora, Illinois. This school has just been named an "Exemplary School" by the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Jan 23 2025HEALTH

Unheard Calls: Diversity in Orthopaedics

Imagine trying to fix something complex, like a broken bone, without knowing all the pieces. That's how many Black medical professionals feel about the orthopaedic field. It's time to change the conversation and amplify Black voices. For years, the orthopaedic world has been dominated by one perspe

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Jan 23 2025EDUCATION

Boosting Literacy: Kingston Nonprofit Launches Fun Fundraiser

Kingston Literacy & Skills, a charity that's been around since 1977, has just announced a new fundraising campaign called “25 in 25”. They're asking locals to chip in $25 each month in 2025 to keep their programs running and growing. These programs help adults improve skills like reading, writing, m

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Jan 23 2025EDUCATION

Earning a Fair Wage: Dallas Youth Face Uphill Battle

In Dallas, making ends meet is a tough task for many young adults. A recent report shows that only about one-third of people aged 25-34 can cover essential costs like food, housing, and healthcare on their salary. To support a child in Dallas County, you'd need at least $61, 000 this year, but most

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