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Mar 18 2025HEALTH

The Impact of Your Surroundings on Dementia Risk

The places where people live can have a big impact on their brain health. Recent research shows that the environment around you can change your chances of developing dementia. This study looked at lots of different research to figure out how things like air pollution and access to parks affect the b

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Mar 18 2025HEALTH

Idaho's Medicaid Budget: A Closer Look at the Changes

In Idaho, a significant decision was made regarding Medicaid funding. The state's budget committee, known as the Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee, or JFAC, approved a budget for Medicaid that is close to what the governor proposed. This budget is crucial because Medicaid is Idaho's largest sta

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Mar 18 2025OPINION

The Unseen Struggle: Assyrians in Northern Iraq

The Assyrians, a native group from the Middle East, are under threat. Over the past 200 years, they have faced severe persecution and forced migration due to targeted violence on their ancestral lands. This is a story that doesn't get much attention, but it's crucial to understand. One of the main

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Mar 18 2025HEALTH

Spina Bifida: A Global Pursuit of Progress and Equality

Spina bifida affects many people around the world. For about ten years, a particular publication has been a hub for cutting-edge research on this condition. This research has shed light on how spina bifida care varies greatly between wealthy nations and the rest of the world. The idea of "blue marb

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Mar 18 2025HEALTH

Understanding Intimate Health in Adults with Spina Bifida

Spina Bifida (SB) is a condition that can make it tough for adults to understand and manage their sexual and reproductive health. This lack of knowledge often leads to problems like unintended pregnancies, missed chances to pursue their health goals, and even increased risk of abuse. To tackle this,

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Mar 18 2025SCIENCE

Smart Watering: How DIY Sensors Boost Lettuce Growth

Water is life. It is also a precious resource. Farmers often struggle with how much water to give their crops. Too much or too little can harm the plants. This is especially true in dry areas. So, how can farmers make the best use of water? One way is through smart irrigation. This means usin

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Mar 18 2025SPORTS

Gymnasts' Mental Health Battle: Simone Biles and Sarah Voss's Journey

Gymnast Sarah Voss, 25, is currently facing a tough battle that has forced her to take a break from the sport she loves. She has been dealing with both physical and mental health issues. It all started with exhaustion and illness, which then escalated into chronic pain, fevers, inflammation, and sle

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Mar 18 2025TECHNOLOGY

Fast charging: Is it worth the risk?

Fast charging has become a standard feature in many smartphones. It is convenient, but does it harm the battery? This question has been on the minds of many smartphone users. A recent survey shed some light on this issue. It turns out that a significant number of people are aware of the potential

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Mar 18 2025HEALTH

New Tool in the Fight Against Drug Overdoses

Drug overdoses have been a growing concern in Berkeley County over the past few years. The county has been working hard to tackle this issue, and recently, they received a significant boost. Last year, the county was awarded $1, 200, 000 to combat the opioid epidemic. Out of this amount, the coroner

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Mar 18 2025CRIME

A Nurse's Fight for Justice: Unraveling the Mystery of Baby Deaths

In a twist of events, the fight for justice continues for Lucy Letby, a nurse convicted of killing babies. Letby and former hospital bosses are pushing to stop an ongoing inquiry into the deaths of infants. This inquiry is looking into the deaths of babies at the Countess of Chester Hospital in no

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