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Nov 16 2024SPORTS

Tiger Woods' Health Concerns Rise as He Cheers for Son Charlie

Charlie Woods, just 15 years old, has been making waves in high school golf championships. He recently helped his team, Benjamin High School, climb to the second spot in the Class 1A Florida High School State Championship. Charlie's performance was impressive, with five birdies, including a crucial

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Nov 16 2024POLITICS

Joliet's Ocean Massage: A New Health Spot on Caton Farm Road?

In the heart of Joliet, there's a buzz about a new massage therapy business named Ocean Massage. The city's staff has given the thumbs up for this venture, suggesting the Joliet City Council approve a special use permit. The business is set to open at 3078 Caton Farm Road, right next to Essington Ro

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Nov 16 2024HEALTH

Sexual Violence in Healthcare: Why We Can't Wait

Imagine being in a place where you should feel safe and cared for, but instead, you experience something horrifying. This is the reality for many patients who sadly face sexual violence in healthcare settings. It's a problem that's been lurking in the shadows for too long, and we can't afford to ign

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Nov 16 2024HEALTH

Planting Veggies and Teaching Health: Can Schools Do Both?

More and more kids in the Netherlands are struggling with their weight. Experts say it's because of unhealthy habits and where they live. Schools have tried teaching kids about healthy food and creating green spaces, like vegetable gardens. Both have worked well, but no one's looked into doing both

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Nov 16 2024SPORTS

NBA Star Pitches In for Boston Youth Sports

Boston is on a mission to improve youth sports, and it's not doing it alone. Tyrik Wilson, the city's Youth Sports Initiative Manager, knows that change happens when you work with existing programs that are already making a difference. That's where Michael Carter-Williams comes in. This NBA vet, who

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Nov 16 2024HEALTH

Bridging Gaps in AI: A Framework for Fair Oral Health Care

Did you know that artificial intelligence (AI) might not be helping everyone equally when it comes to health and oral care? Recent findings show that there are big gaps in how AI considers fairness, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), from start to finish. We're talking about collecting data, defining p

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Nov 15 2024HEALTH

Tackling ADHD Stigma: What Kids and Teens Need

ADHD, or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, is often misunderstood, leading to stigma. This stigma can hurt kids and teens with ADHD in many ways, like getting proper mental health care, sticking to treatment plans, and feeling good about themselves. A recent study in the Netherlands talked t

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Nov 15 2024HEALTH

Shedding Light on Fido's Flakes: A Dog's Scaly Skin Journey

Ever noticed your dog's skin flaking off like dry leaves? This isn't just a fur issue; it's a dermatological mystery! Dogs' scales, made of old skin cells, can be a sign of something deeper. As vets, we must sniff out the root cause to give the right treatment. One pup's journey began with a prescr

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Nov 15 2024POLITICS

The Vaccine Skeptic in Charge: What Does it Mean for Us?

Imagine this: A person who doubts vaccines is about to take over a key job in the US government. This job is so big that it could impact the health of millions of Americans. We're talking about the Health and Human Services secretary, a role that controls things like vaccines, medicines, and even sc

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Nov 15 2024HEALTH

Dreams And Nightmares: How They Impact Sleep & Wellbeing

Have you ever dreamt while knowing you were dreaming? This fascinating phenomenon is known as lucid dreaming. But how does it affect sleep and mental health? A new study dives into this question. You might think lucid dreaming is all fun and games, but researchers wanted to know if it's linked

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