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Nov 27 2024HEALTH

Beyond Bandages: New Tech for Diabetic Foot Care

Diabetic foot ulcers, often called DFUs, are a big problem for people with diabetes. They can really mess up someone's life and even lead to serious issues like amputations. Managing these ulcers isn't easy and usually needs a team of healthcare professionals. Poor blood sugar control is a major fac

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Nov 27 2024TECHNOLOGY

Aurora Plans for Green Future with EV Charging Stations

Aurora is taking steps to embrace electric vehicles by planning to install 10 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at its new Public Works building. This move was recently discussed at the Infrastructure and Technology Committee meeting. The city is looking to partner with Blink Network, LLC, a M

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Nov 26 2024CRIME

Weed and Booze: How Enforcement Works in the U. S.

As more and more states legalize marijuana for adult use, the tasks of state and local police are shifting. We took a look at how different states and local areas handle the enforcement of cannabis and alcohol laws, both where weed is legal and where it isn't. In states where marijuana is legal, co

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Nov 26 2024HEALTH

Alcohol and Your Senses: How Drinking Affects Taste and Smell

Ever wondered how drinking alcohol can affect your senses? A recent study dived into this topic by looking at data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) from 2013 to 2014. They found that people who drink a lot of alcohol might have different experiences with taste and s

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Nov 26 2024HEALTH

Lose Weight, Drink Less? Surprising Side Effect of Diet Pills

Imagine popping a pill to shed pounds and ending up drinking less. That's what a recent study found out. Researchers discovered that weight loss medications like Ozempic (known for its generic name, semaglutide) and even the older drug metformin reduced alcohol intake in people participating in a We

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Nov 26 2024HEALTH

Alcohol and Cancer: A Global Burden

Did you know that alcohol can cause cancer? While a lot of research has been done in rich countries, not much is known about how big a problem this is in poorer countries. It's a serious issue that affects people differently based on where they live and how much money they have. Alcohol can lead to

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Nov 24 2024HEALTH

Drinking On The Rise: Pandemic's Lasting Impact

The Covid-19 pandemic brought a surge in alcohol consumption that hasn't slowed down. Dr. Brian Lee, a liver specialist, noticed more patients with severe liver issues due to excessive drinking. A recent study, led by Lee, found that alcohol use in the US increased in 2020 and kept rising in 2021 an

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Nov 23 2024HEALTH

The Link Between Alcohol Sales and Opioid Deaths in New Hampshire

You might not think your local bar has much to do with opioid deaths. But in New Hampshire, researchers found a surprising connection. Places with more bars and restaurants, where people can drink alcohol on the spot, also had higher rates of opioid overdose deaths. Isn't that weird? It gets even mo

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Nov 23 2024SPORTS

Meet the Kelse's Newest Addition and Jason's Late-Night Gig!

Life after the NFL is looking pretty good for retired Eagles star Jason Kelce. While he's been keeping busy with his podcast, "New Heights, " and his ESPN gig, there's been some big news in his personal life too. His wife Kylie just announced they're expecting another baby girl! Kylie shared a cute

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Nov 23 2024SCIENCE

Exploring Magnetoelectric Properties in SrRuO3/BaTiO3/SrTiO3/SrRuO3 Interfaces

Listen up, young minds! Scientists have been really interested in a special type of junction called all-oxide ferroelectric tunnel junctions. These junctions are made of materials like SrRuO3, BaTiO3, and SrTiO3, and they're great for high-density, low-power applications. Why? Because they can be fi

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