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Dec 07 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Meet Randy Moss's Family: A Look Into His Personal Life

Randy Moss, the former NFL wide receiver, is known for his impressive football career. But, he's also a devoted family man. Married to Lydia Moss, who prefers to stay out of the spotlight, Randy's family is his top priority. He has eight children: Lordes-Randi with his wife, and five others with his

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Dec 06 2024HEALTH

Chatbots and Well-Being: How Automated Agents Help

Do you know how to lift your spirits without seeing a doctor? Believe it or not, there's a helper that's always online to lend an ear – an automated chatbot. A recent study showed how this tech can boost well-being when access to human support is hard to find. Think about times when you're feeling

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Dec 06 2024HEALTH

Moral Injury and You: How Your Identity Style Impacts Your Response

Moral injury can happen when someone faces tough, ethically challenging events. This can affect mental health in a big way, but figuring out how to treat it is tough because we're still learning about what causes it. Scientists think that keeping a solid sense of self while adjusting to new realitie

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Dec 06 2024HEALTH

VR: A Fresh Approach to Mental Health?

Picture this: jumping into a digital realm to boost your mental well-being. Scientists are curious about whether virtual reality (VR) can keep people grounded in the present, potentially aiding mental health. But is it truly effective? It’s like testing a new recipe. We’re not sure if it will be a h

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Dec 06 2024HEALTH

Will America's Life Expectancy Hit a Wall by 2050?

Imagine you're planning a trip for 2050. That's just 28 years from now, right? Well, scientists are saying that by then, Americans might not be living much longer than we do today. They're predicting a tiny bump in life expectancy, from 78. 3 years in 2022 to 80. 4 years in 2050. That might not soun

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Dec 06 2024HEALTH

Health Insurer Anthem Drops Plan to Limit Anesthesia Payments After Criticism

Health insurance company Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield has decided not to go ahead with a policy change that would have put a limit on how much they pay for anesthesia during medical procedures. This change was announced after the company faced weeks of criticism from doctors and healthcare professi

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Dec 06 2024BUSINESS

The Day Health Insurers Edited Their Websites

In an unexpected turn of events, several major health insurance companies have made changes to their websites following a tragic incident. UnitedHealthcare, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Elevance Health have all removed their leadership pages. This action comes after the CEO of UnitedHealthcare

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Dec 06 2024OPINION

Healthcare Frustration: Why a CEO's Death Sparks Debate

The killing of UnitedHealthcare's CEO, Brian Thompson, has sparked a wave of reactions. Many people are angry not just at the violence, but at the healthcare system they blame for their own struggles. For years, insurance companies have used tactics like denying claims and dragging out legal battles

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Dec 06 2024CELEBRITIES

Celebrities' Birthday Hints: A Thoughtful Look

Today is a special day for celebrities Lindsay Price, Judd Apatow, Tom Hulce, and JoBeth Williams. If you're celebrating a birthday too, the advice is to focus on moderation and simplicity. Honesty and integrity are key to staying safe. It's time to take positive action, follow rules, and budget wel

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Dec 06 2024CRIME

Victims' Voices: Reshaping NYC's Justice System

Imagine New York City without Rikers Island. That's the plan, and it's time to listen to who matters most: crime victims. A new report shows that most survivors want support, not just punishment. They want people struggling with mental health and addiction to get help in secure facilities, not jails

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