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Mar 06 2025HEALTH

Diabetes and Smartphones: Who's Using What and Why?

Diabetes is a big challenge for many people around the world. It's a condition that requires constant management, and that's where mobile health apps come in. These apps are designed to help people with diabetes keep track of their health and make better choices. But how many people are actually usi

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Mar 06 2025ENVIRONMENT

Arctic Changes: What We Got Wrong

Climate models are like crystal balls for scientists. They help us see what might happen in the future. But, they are not always right. Especially when it comes to the Arctic. The Arctic is warming and getting wetter. This is a big deal. But, how much and how fast? That's where things get trick

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Mar 05 2025HEALTH

Growing Up Shortchanged

In many places around the world, children are living longer lives. However, this is not always a happy story. Many kids in low- and middle-income countries aren't growing or learning as they should. Two major issues are stunting and delayed early child development. Stunting is when kids don't reach

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Mar 04 2025TECHNOLOGY

Seeing the World from Above: Generating Global Images

Imagine looking at the Earth from space. That's exactly what a new technology called MetaEarth does. It creates pictures of our planet from a bird's-eye view. This isn't just any picture. It's a high-quality, detailed image that can show us things we might not see from the ground. MetaEarth can gene

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Feb 27 2025BUSINESS

Paramount's Shifting DEI Landscape

Paramount Global is making some big changes to its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. These changes are happening because of new rules from the Trump administration. These rules are affecting how companies approach inclusion and diversity. Trump's administration has been pushing t

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Feb 27 2025HEALTH

Helping Patients Manage Oral Cancer Meds: The MOATT Story

Picture this: you're at home, dealing with oral cancer treatment. It's not easy. That's why the MOATT, or the MASCC Oral Agent Teaching Tool, was created. This tool is all about helping patients understand and stick to their oral cancer treatments. It's been around for 15 years, but we don't know mu

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Feb 27 2025CRIME

Who's at Risk? Unpacking Homicide Trends in the US

Homicide is a major killer in the US, especially for those under 45. It's not just about where you live, but who you are. Race, ethnicity, and sex all play a role. But, we need a bigger picture. We need to look at all these factors together. This will help us understand the full story. It will

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Feb 27 2025HEALTH

Heart Health in Hot and Cold Climates: A Dangerous Mix for Seniors

Older adults are at high risk of heart problems. Ischemic heart disease (IHD) is a major killer and cause of disability, especially among seniors. Extreme temperatures, both very low and very high, make heart issues worse. Climate change is a big deal. It's making the world hotter and colder in

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Feb 27 2025HEALTH

Stopping Type 2 Diabetes After Pregnancy: A Global Chat

Gestational diabetes, or GDM, is a temporary condition that develops during pregnancy. It usually goes away after the baby is born. However, women who have had GDM are at a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes later in life. This is a big deal because type 2 diabetes can lead to serious health

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Feb 27 2025HEALTH

The Future of Biosimilars: Navigating Challenges for a Sustainable Market

Biosimilars are like generic versions of biologic drugs. They are almost identical to the original biologic drug, known as the reference product. The first biosimilar hit the market in 2006. Since then, the path to creating and using biosimilars has faced many hurdles. These challenges can lead to p

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