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May 03 2025HEALTH

Boosting Help for Kids Hurt by Gun Violence

Kids getting hurt by guns is a big problem. Many kids end up in the emergency room because of this. A hospital can help them and their families deal with this trauma. This is what a hospital-based violence intervention program does. They try to lower the chances of these kids getting hurt again.

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May 03 2025POLITICS

The Social Security Data Showdown

The Trump administration is pushing for a significant change in how Social Security data is handled. They want the Supreme Court to allow Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency to access sensitive information. This data includes school records, bank details, salary info, and even medical an

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May 03 2025SCIENCE

Quantum Physics: 100 Years and Counting

Quantum physics is a big deal. It's been around for a century. It's time to look at what it has done and what it might do in the future. It's a field that has changed the way we see the world. It's also a field that has changed the way we live our lives. It's a field that has changed the way we thin

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May 03 2025SCIENCE

Coal to Graphite: The Heat is On

The journey from coal to graphite is no easy task. It involves pushing coal to its limits with extreme heat. This process was put to the test with coal from Huyan Mountain in China. The goal was to see how this coal behaves under intense heat, ranging from 2100 to 3000 degrees Celsius. The coal was

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May 03 2025HEALTH

Cancer's Tricky Tricks: Unmasking Hidden Patterns

Cancer is a sneaky foe. It uses our own body's defenses against us. It messes with our immune system, tricks our stem cells, and messes up our DNA repair process. This makes it hard to fight and even harder to cure. But scientists are on the case. They are using fancy tools to study how cancer pu

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May 02 2025HEALTH

Preparing for the Unseen: Planning for Bioterrorism Emergencies

In today's world, being ready for anything is crucial. One of the biggest fears is a bioterrorism attack in a crowded public space. This is a scary thought, but it's important to think about how to handle it. Experts have been working on a plan to make sure we are prepared. First, let's talk about

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May 02 2025HEALTH

When is the ER the Right Choice?

The emergency room is a critical part of the healthcare system. It is there for those who need immediate, life-saving care. However, it is often crowded with people who do not need urgent care. This can put a lot of pressure on the system. One way to ease this strain is to direct these patients

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May 01 2025EDUCATION

Schools Lose Crucial Mental Health Support

The Trump administration has decided to halt $1 billion in federal grants. These funds were meant for hiring mental health professionals in schools across the country. This move comes as a surprise to many, especially since the grants were part of the 2022 Bipartisan Safer Communities Act. This act

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Apr 30 2025POLITICS

Israel's Stance on Gaza Aid: Security vs. Humanitarian Needs

In a recent court hearing, a lawyer from the US State Department made a strong case for Israel's position on Gaza aid. The lawyer, Joshua Simmons, argued that Israel's security concerns should take priority over its obligations to provide aid to Palestinians in Gaza. This stance comes as the Interna

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Apr 30 2025HEALTH

Measles Surge: Texas and Beyond

Measles is making a comeback in the US. Texas is at the center of this health crisis, with 663 confirmed cases as of Tuesday. This is a significant jump from the 646 cases reported just a week earlier. The situation is particularly dire in Gaines County, where 396 cases have been confirmed. The stat

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