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Nov 14 2024ENVIRONMENT

Assessing Urban Cyclists' Exposure to PM2. 5 in Mendoza, Argentina

In a bid to curb carbon emissions, many cities have been pushing folks to ditch cars and hop on bikes instead. Unfortunately, pedaling through traffic might not be as healthy as it sounds. Cyclists often breathe in more polluted air than others, especially in congested cities. To shed some light on

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Nov 13 2024HEALTH

How Doctors & Techs Share Knowledge

Spreading know-how among doctors and medical imaging pros is super important. It can big-time boost the care cancer patients get. But like everything, certain things can either help or block this sharing. We're talking about folks on the team, the department they're in, and the tech they use. Figuri

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Nov 13 2024CELEBRITIES

South Korean Star Song Jae-lim Passes Away at 39

South Korean actor Song Jae-lim, who began his career in the entertainment industry in 2009, was tragically found dead in his Seoul apartment on Tuesday. He was just 39 years old. The actor's body was discovered by a friend who had made plans to meet him for lunch. Police investigating the case didn

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Nov 13 2024HEALTH

Dave Coulier's Health Battle: Staying Strong and Raising Awareness

Actor Dave Coulier, best known for his role on "Full House, " has opened up about his struggle with cancer. It all started when he found a strange lump in his groin area. After visiting a doctor, he received some serious news: he had stage 3 non-Hodgkin lymphoma, a type of cancer that affects the ly

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Nov 13 2024HEALTH

Older Adults in Argentina: Bridging the Gap Between Needs and Policy

Healthy aging isn't one size fits all. Different regions, even within the same country, have unique needs. Argentina has policies to promote healthy aging for adults over 60, but do these policies really meet their needs? This project aims to find out. It's like trying to fit a puzzle together—the p

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Nov 13 2024HEALTH

The Digital Evolution of Healthcare: eHealth Business Models Under the Microscope

The digital revolution has taken the healthcare industry by storm, with innovative business models leading the charge. Researchers have been keenly observing this transformation, especially the shift to electronic health (eHealth) solutions. A recent study dug into the literature spanning from 1991

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Nov 13 2024HEALTH

Doctors Defend Colleague in Vaccination Funding Dispute

A group of physicians from Greenwood Medical Centre has come forward to support Dr. Elaine Ma, a doctor from Kingston. The Ontario Ministry of Health is asking Dr. Ma to return the funds she received for running mass COVID-19 vaccination clinics during the Omicron wave. The doctors argue that Dr. Ma

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Nov 13 2024CELEBRITIES

Dave Coulier's Health Journey: A Comedian's Fight Against Cancer

Most people know Dave Coulier from his comedic role in "Full House, " but recently, he's been in the spotlight for a different reason. While not feeling well, Coulier found a strange lump in his groin area. Doctors diagnosed him with Stage 3 non-Hodgkin lymphoma, a type of cancer that impacts the im

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Nov 13 2024HEALTH

Astronaut Sunita Williams Addresses Weight Loss Concerns in Space

Last week, a NASA photo of astronaut Sunita Williams, 59, raised concerns. She looked thin and her cheeks were sunken. But Williams, who's currently on a mission, says there's no need to worry. During a chat with the New England Sports Network Clubhouse Kids Show, she explained her appearance is due

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Nov 13 2024TECHNOLOGY

Music & Mind: Alphabeats and Muse Team Up for Affordable Brain Training

Ever wished mental training could be as engaging as listening to your favorite tunes? Well, the innovative minds at Alphabeats and Muse have joined forces to make that wish a reality. This dynamic duo is now offering an affordable brain training program using music and neurofeedback technology. Let'

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