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Jul 14 2025HEALTH

How Everyday Racism Might Affect Your Ability to Have Kids

People often talk about how race and money can affect health. But what about the impact of discrimination on having babies? This is a topic that hasn't been explored much. Research shows that racial and economic differences exist in fertility. But the link between facing discrimination and the abil

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Jul 14 2025EDUCATION

Nurses: The Frontline Fighters Against Stigma

Nurses play a huge role in healthcare. They are the first faces patients see. They spend the most time with patients. This makes their job super important. They need to be ready to help everyone without any bias. Training nurses well is key. They must learn to treat all patients fairly. This means

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Jul 13 2025CRIME

NYC's Shoplifting Spree: A System in Need of a Fix

In New York City, shoplifting has become a major headache. The numbers are shocking. Over 27, 000 shoplifting incidents have happened this year alone. That's a huge jump from just a few years ago. Some people keep doing it over and over. Take Anthony White, for example. He's been arrested 254 times

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Jul 12 2025SCIENCE

What Happened to the Air India Flight?

A recent report has shed light on the tragic Air India plane crash that happened in June. The plane, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, was on its way to London but crashed just moments after taking off from Ahmedabad airport in western India. The crash resulted in the deaths of 260 people, including passen

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Jul 12 2025HEALTH

Affordable Medicine: How Biosimilars Are Changing Health Care in Latin America

Health care in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) is facing a big challenge. Many people need treatments for serious illnesses like cancer or autoimmune diseases. But these medicines are expensive. This leaves many patients without the care they need. Enter biosimilars. These are like generic ve

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Jul 12 2025CRIME

Why Do Some People Keep Returning to Crime After Jail?

People who have struggled with drugs and been to jail often find themselves back in trouble. This is a big problem that costs a lot of money and affects many lives. To stop this from happening, it's important to understand why these people reoffend. A recent study looked at many research papers to

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Jul 11 2025POLITICS

A Judge Nominee's Controversial Past

Emil Bove, a nominee for a federal judge position, is under scrutiny due to whistleblower claims. Erez Reuveni, a former DOJ attorney, has provided documents to Congress that suggest Bove played a significant role in defying a court order. This order was meant to prevent the transfer of over 100 Ven

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Jul 11 2025HEALTH

When to Start Chemo After Ovarian Cancer Surgery?

Ovarian cancer treatment often involves surgery followed by chemotherapy. But when should the chemo start? This is a big question. A recent study looked into this. It wanted to see how the time between surgery and chemo affects survival rates. First, the basics. Ovarian cancer is serious. Surgery i

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Jul 11 2025SCIENCE

How Bacteria and Fungi Meet Their Match

Bacteriocins and essential oils are like a dynamic duo in the fight against harmful microbes. They have shown promise in working together to tackle tough pathogens. However, scientists are still trying to figure out exactly how they do this, especially when it comes to Gram-negative bacteria and fun

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Jul 11 2025POLITICS

How Five States Are Trying to Fix Past Cannabis Wrongs

In the US, some states have started programs to make up for past mistakes related to cannabis. These programs focus on helping people who were hurt by old laws. They also aim to give everyone a fair chance in the new cannabis business. Five states have taken big steps. Colorado was one of the first

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