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Jul 10 2025HEALTH

Heart Health Heroes: Why Native American Communities Need Our Help

Heart disease is a big problem in Native American communities. It's not just about genetics. Lifestyle and access to healthcare play huge roles. Many Native Americans live in rural areas. This makes it hard to get good medical care. Plus, traditional diets have changed. Processed foods are now commo

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Jul 10 2025HEALTH

Unlocking Patient Feedback: How Online Reviews Can Improve Healthcare

Online healthcare platforms are growing fast. Patients now share their experiences openly. These reviews can help judge the quality of medical services. But, we need a better way to understand them. Most reviews focus on personal experiences. They talk about doctors, hospitals, and treatments. But,

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Jul 10 2025HEALTH

How Health Workers Are Learning to Use Tech for Better Care

Health workers are now using digital tools more than ever. These tools help them check on patients, give advice, and keep track of them from a distance. But not everyone knows how to use them well. Training programs are trying to fix this. They teach health workers how to use video and text meeting

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Jul 10 2025HEALTH

Helping Parents of Kids with Type 1 Diabetes Feel Better

Parents taking care of kids with type 1 diabetes (T1D) have a tough job. It's not just about managing the child's health; it takes a toll on the parents' mental health too. A program called the Adhera Caring Digital Program (ACDP) is trying to make things easier for these parents. It's a digital pro

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Jul 09 2025HEALTH

Gaza's Hospitals Struggle as Fuel Runs Out

In Gaza, hospitals are facing a severe fuel shortage, which is putting patients' lives at risk. Doctors are forced to share incubators among multiple babies, and some hospitals are shutting down vital services like kidney dialysis. The UN has warned that the situation is critical, with very little f

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Jul 09 2025TECHNOLOGY

Samsung's New Watches: Slim, Smart, and Health-Focused

Samsung has launched the Galaxy Watch8 series, which includes the Galaxy Watch8 and Galaxy Watch8 Classic. These watches are designed to be comfortable and stylish, with a focus on health tracking. The series features a new cushion design, which is thinner and more comfortable than previous models.

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Jul 09 2025HEALTH

Living Longer and Better: Secrets from the Wise

Betty Parker, at 96, isn't focused on her age or health issues. She's too busy enjoying life. She spends her days gardening, reading, playing cards, and even baking pies, though she admits she might need to buy a pie next time. Parker's secret? She stays connected and finds purpose in her daily acti

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Jul 09 2025HEALTH

East Asian Immigrants and Mental Health: What's Stopping Them from Getting Help?

East Asian immigrants are a big part of the growing immigrant population worldwide. They face many struggles, like adapting to a new culture, dealing with discrimination, and managing language and money problems. These challenges can seriously affect their mental health, but there hasn't been much r

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Jul 09 2025HEALTH

Hormone Havoc: How Everyday Chemicals Mess with Your Body

Chemicals lurking in everyday items can wreak havoc on your body's natural processes. These sneaky substances, known as endocrine disruptors, are found in various products, from plastics to pesticides. They mess with your hormones, which are like messengers in your body, telling different parts what

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Jul 09 2025POLITICS

A New Twist in Vaccine Policy: Politics Over Science

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , the US health secretary known for his strong anti-vaccine stance, recently made waves by replacing all 17 members of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP). This committee, which advises the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), has historically b

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