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Feb 25 2025HEALTH

Who's Choosing Medical Aid in Dying?

Medical aid in dying, or MAID, is a significant topic in the United States. It's legal in many states, covering over one-fifth of the population. However, the majority of people who choose MAID are white and well-educated. This raises some important questions. Does everyone understand what MAID is?

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Feb 25 2025HEALTH

Why Doctors-in-Training Might Skip the Ballot Box

Ever wondered if the future doctors who are learning to fix your ears, nose, and throat are voting in elections? Well, it turns out that not many of them are. This is a big deal because what happens in politics can really change how doctors do their jobs and how patients get treated. Let'

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Feb 24 2025HEALTH

Why Healthcare Costs Keep Rising: A Look at Acute and Long-Term Care

Ever wondered why healthcare costs keep going up? One big reason is something called Baumol's cost disease. This idea, first talked about in 1967, explains how costs in certain sectors, like healthcare, rise faster than in others. This is because these sectors don't see the same productivity boosts

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Feb 24 2025SCIENCE

Chemokine Receptors: The Hidden Players in Cell Movement

Chemokine receptors are like the traffic cops of the cell world. They help guide cells to where they need to go. These receptors are part of a larger group called GPCRs, which are known for their role in cell signaling. When chemokine receptors are activated, they can trigger a series of events that

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Feb 24 2025HEALTH

Alone and at Risk: How Gender Plays a Role in Drug Use in Vancouver

Vancouver, Canada, is grappling with a major issue: deadly drug overdoses. Public health experts have been shouting from the rooftops about the risks of using drugs alone. When someone is by themselves, it's much harder for anyone to help if something goes wrong. But many people still do it. Why? We

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Feb 23 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Young Star Shines Bright at Indie Awards

Saturday night was a big win for 25-year-old actress Mikey Madison. She took home the top prize for best lead performance in a film at the Independent Spirit Awards. This wasn't just any win; it was a big moment for her. Mikey had some big names to compete against. There was Amy Adams, Ryan

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Feb 23 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Captain America's Box Office Slump: A Wake-Up Call for Marvel?

"Captain America: Brave New World" has been struggling at the box office. After a promising start with $100 million during the extended Presidents Day weekend, the film saw a significant drop in its second weekend. It earned only $28. 3 million from 4, 105 North American theaters, marking a 68% decr

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Feb 23 2025SPORTS

Cricket Stars Reveal Their All-Time Favorites

In a lively show, three of India's top cricket stars—Ravindra Jadeja, Rishabh Pant, and Mohammed Shami—took on a quick-fire challenge. The task? Name their favorite cricketers in just five seconds. This fun segment offered a glimpse into the heroes who inspire these modern-day legends. Ravi

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Feb 23 2025SPORTS

Blood Flow Restriction: Boon or Bane for Athletes?

Blood flow restriction (BFR) training has been a hot topic in the fitness world. It's a method where blood flow to muscles is restricted during exercise. This can be done using special bands or wraps. The idea is to make muscles work harder with less weight. But does it really help athletes? Let's b

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Feb 23 2025HEALTH

Cholesterol's Surprising Impact on Achilles Tendons

A genetic condition called familial hypercholesterolemia (FH) messes with how the body handles cholesterol. This leads to a lifelong increase in low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol levels in the blood. This condition is known to cause tendon injuries and mess with how tendons work mechanically

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