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Dec 19 2024HEALTH

Transform Your Wellness: Meet the Molto Prostate Vibrator

Ever thought about giving your prostate some TLC? Meet the Molto, a game-changer in prostate health and pleasure. This isn't just another toy; it's a smart device designed by doctors to keep your nether regions happy and healthy. With 16 vibration settings and 8 patterns, it's like having a personal

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Dec 19 2024SCIENCE

Flipping the Biological Switch: The Mirror Bacteria Debate

Scientists are raising alarms about a future threat: bacteria with mirrored molecules, nicknamed "mirror bacteria. " These tiny organisms have molecules facing opposite to those in all known life forms, like our left and right hands. This strange structure could make them dangerous to humans, animal

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Dec 19 2024HEALTH

Helping Health Workers: Adapting Therapy to Ease Work Stress

Healthcare professionals deal with lots of stress from their jobs. Burnout, feeling morally distressed, getting worn out from caring for others, and grief are all common issues. A big part of this stress comes from feeling disconnected from what gives their work meaning. It's a vicious cycle – stres

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Dec 18 2024ENVIRONMENT

Dust in Plastic Sports Facilities: A Closer Look at Toxic Metals

Imagine thousands of kids playing on plastic sports courts and synthetic turf fields. Sounds fun, right? But what if these seemingly safe surfaces are hiding a secret? The dust released from these facilities contains higher levels of toxic metals like lead (Pb), zinc (Zn), copper (Cu), and even cadm

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Dec 18 2024HEALTH

Tech Tools Tackle Teen Suicidal Thoughts

Young people facing mental health struggles often have to wait a long time for treatment. This delay can be dangerous, especially for those considering suicide. Early detection and support are crucial to prevent such terrible outcomes. One innovative solution is using digital technology to quickly s

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Dec 18 2024POLITICS

Congress Agrees on Disaster Aid and Farm Support in Budget Deal

Just before the holidays, Congress passed a temporary spending bill. This bill keeps the government running until March 14 and includes over $100 billion in emergency aid for natural disasters. These disasters include Hurricanes Helene and Milton. The bill also provides $10 billion to help farmers f

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Dec 18 2024HEALTH

Needs of Older Adults from South Asian, Black African, and Caribbean Backgrounds in Digital Health

The COVID-19 pandemic brought about sweeping changes in how healthcare is delivered. One major shift was the rapid move towards digital primary care services. But has this digital leap left older adults behind, especially those from South Asian, Black African, and Caribbean backgrounds? Researchers

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Dec 18 2024HEALTH

The Ups and Downs of U. S. Radiologists: Adapting to Change

Imagine being a radiologist in the U. S. One day, there are plenty of jobs, but the next, it's a struggle to find work. This has been the rollercoaster ride for many radiologists. The current challenges come from past policies that have shifted the workforce balance. There's a gap between the jobs a

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Dec 18 2024SPORTS

Malika Andrews on Balancing Coverage and Criticism

Malika Andrews, a prominent ESPN analyst, has faced intense scrutiny over her reporting on Black NBA players. Critics often accuse her of being biased, highlighting mistakes with Black athletes while overlooking those of white players. Andrews recently opened up about this on "Dinners with DeMar, "

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Dec 18 2024HEALTH

App Testing: Helping College Students Battle the Blues

You might have heard about apps that aim to help with depression. But how effective are they, really? And do college students actually use them enough to make a difference? A recent study set out to answer these questions. They took a cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) approach and tweaked it to fi

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