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Mar 18 2025SCIENCE

Calcium: The Cell's Secret Messenger

Calcium ions, or Ca2+, are tiny but mighty players in the world of cells. They are crucial for sending signals within cells, helping them respond to changes in their environment and guiding their growth and development. To do this job well, cells must keep Ca2+ levels in check, usually around 100-20

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Mar 17 2025HEALTH

Unseen Dangers: A Teen's Battle with Mold and Mystery Illness

Mold is a common household issue, but for one teenager, it sparked a two-year health nightmare. At 14, Ava was hit with a series of health problems that left doctors baffled. It all started with Covid in 2020, but her symptoms didn't stop there. She was soon diagnosed with ulcerative colitis, a rare

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Mar 16 2025SPORTS

Kirk Cousins' Future in Atlanta: A $10 Million Decision

Kirk Cousins is still a Falcon, at least for the next few years. The Atlanta Falcons have chosen to keep Cousins on their team, which means his $10 million roster bonus for 2026 is now guaranteed. This decision comes after a series of events that have left many wondering about Cousins' future. The

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Mar 15 2025CELEBRITIES

Wendy Williams Speaks Out: Her Fight Against Guardianship

Wendy Williams, a familiar face in the world of TV, is back in the spotlight, but this time it's not about her TV shows. She is fighting against her guardianship. This guardianship is a legal arrangement where someone else, called a guardian, makes decisions for her. Williams, who has been living in

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Mar 14 2025HEALTH

The Hidden Truth About Alcohol Treatment in Medicaid

Medicaid is a big deal in the United States. It covers a huge chunk of people who need help with alcohol use disorder. The majority of Medicaid enrollees are managed by Medicaid Managed Care Plans (MCPs). These MCPs are responsible for providing health services to nearly 80% of Medicaid enrollees.

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Mar 13 2025HEALTH

How Rules and Flavors Affect Smokers' Choices

Smokers often reach for both cigarettes and alcohol at the same time. This is a well-known fact. However, the influence of e-cigarette rules on tobacco and alcohol use in the US is still a mystery. This study tried to figure out how different factors, like taxes, smoking bans in public places, and t

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Mar 12 2025SCIENCE

Feeding Hens: The Surprising Impact on Eggs and Bones

Let's talk about hens and their diets. Researchers recently looked into how different feeding times affect hens' egg production, eggshell quality, and bone health. They focused on 25-week-old Hy-Line Brown hens, dividing them into three groups with different feeding schedules. One group was fed twic

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Mar 10 2025SPORTS

Grady Jarrett: The Falcons' Defensive Powerhouse Moves On

The Atlanta Falcons have decided to let go of a key player, Grady Jarrett, in a move to free up over $16 million in cap space. This decision comes as a surprise to many, given Jarrett's long-standing presence and impact on the team. Jarrett, a two-time Pro Bowler and team captain, has been a corners

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Mar 10 2025HEALTH

Putting the Squeeze on Bone Health: How Weight Affects Ultrasound Readings

Bones are like the foundation of a building, and just like a building, they need to be checked for strength and stability. One way to do this is by using ultrasound to measure something called frequency-dependent attenuation (FDA) in the heel bone, or calcaneus. This measurement can vary depending o

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Mar 09 2025SCIENCE

SpaceX's Next Crew Launch: What You Need to Know

SpaceX's Crew Dragon Endurance has arrived at the launch site, ready for its next mission to the International Space Station (ISS). This spacecraft has already completed three successful missions: Crew-3, Crew-5, and Crew-7. It will now embark on Crew-10, scheduled to launch on March 12, 2025.

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