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Jan 18 2025HEALTH

Ski Lift Breakdown: What Happened at Astun Resort?

Imagine this: a sunny day at the Astun ski resort in Spain’s Pyrenees mountains. Suddenly, around noon, disaster strikes. A ski lift, standing tall at 15 meters, collapses. How did this happen? One of its pulleys gave way, causing part of the structure to crumble. As the lift fell, the chairs tipped

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Jan 17 2025HEALTH

Teenagers and Elbow Fractures: A Unique Surgical Challenge

Injuries to the elbow can be tricky, especially when it comes to teenagers. A particular type of elbow fracture, called coronal shear fractures, poses unique challenges for surgeons. These fractures are rare and require careful attention to blood supply, the growth plates, and ensuring the bones are

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Jan 17 2025HEALTH

Safety in Norwegian Fish Farms: Lessons from Accidents

Working on a fish farm in Norway can be dangerous. Fish farming involves high-energy environments with many risks. To keep workers safe, it's crucial to understand past accidents and learn from them. This study aimed to boost knowledge about what makes Norwegian fish farming safer, based on records

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Jan 15 2025HEALTH

Firearm Injuries in Kids: What's Changed in EMS Responses?

Over the past five years, emergency medical services (EMS) have seen some shifts in how they respond to kids with firearm injuries. We're talking about kids and teens aged 0-19. Let's break down what's changed from 2018 to 2022. First off, EMS crews are dealing with more firearm injuries among kids

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Jan 13 2025SPORTS

Betting on the Eagles: A Casual Look at Their Wild Card Game

Alright, let's chat about the upcoming NFL Wild Card game between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Green Bay Packers. The Eagles are looking strong, having won 12 out of their last 13 games. That's a pretty impressive streak! They've been dominating, with most of those wins being by a good margin. N

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Jan 12 2025SPORTS

Mel Gibson and Joe Rogan: A Painful Truth About UFC Fighters

MMA is a tough sport. Fighters face injuries like aching joints, bruised shins, and even brain damage. Despite this, many fighters wouldn't trade their legacy for an easier path. Actor Mel Gibson and UFC commentator Joe Rogan recently discussed the harsh realities of fighting. Gibson admitted he usu

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Jan 12 2025HEALTH

Recovering from Pelvic Injuries: Pain, Meds, and Getting Active

Let's talk about what happens after a lateral compression pelvic injury. We're not just talking about the initial pain; we're diving into how people recover over a two-year span. This journey is all about three big things: feeling better, using less pain medicine, and getting back to moving around w

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Jan 11 2025SPORTS

Packers Face Key Injuries Before Eagles Wild Card Game

The Green Bay Packers are dealing with several significant injuries as they prepare for their NFC Wild Card Round matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles. Receiver Christian Watson and safety Zayne Anderson have been ruled out due to knee and concussion issues, respectively. Meanwhile, five other pl

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Jan 09 2025HEALTH

Save a Knee: How One Woman's Gastrocnemius Muscle Flap Saved the Day

Namazi Hospital saw a fascinating case in 2024. A 46-year-old woman arrived with a broken tibia and a popliteal artery injury. The team first secured the tibia using an external fixator, then repaired the popliteal artery. Two weeks later, they removed internal implants due to an abscess. Unfortunat

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Jan 08 2025SPORTS

Cowboys Coach on the Hot Seat: Draft Woes and Mavs Injuries Discussed

Welcome to the world of sports podcasts! Kevin Sherrington and David Moore, sports writers for The Dallas Morning News, are here to share their insights and humor. This week, they're diving into some hot topics from the world of Dallas sports. First up, what's the deal with Mike McCarthy? Is he stic

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