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Jan 10 2025EDUCATION

Automatic Question Classifiers: A Look at Oracle SQL Exam Questions

Imagine you're preparing for an Oracle SQL certification exam. The questions you face might contain code snippets, making them tricky to classify. This study takes a closer look at designing automatic classifiers for such questions. Why is this important? Classifying questions helps in creating a r

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Jan 10 2025HEALTH

Predicting Postnatal Care: How Machine Learning Can Save Lives

Let's talk about postnatal care for a moment. This is the crucial support mothers and their newborns need right after birth and for the next six weeks. It's a critical time when many deaths happen. In some countries, about 40% of women missed out on important postpartum check-ups. So, how can we use

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Jan 09 2025BUSINESS

The Danger of Online Pharmacies

Did you know that most online pharmacies are actually illegal? That’s right, according to a recent report, nearly all of the 35, 000 online pharmacies are breaking the law. This means that the medicines you buy might not work, or worse, they could harm you. These websites often look real, but they d

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Jan 09 2025POLITICS

Rep. Roy's Plan: Boost Health Savings Accounts

Congressman Chip Roy from Texas is not wasting any time. He's just introduced a new healthcare bill called the Healthcare Freedom Act. The idea? Expand health savings accounts to give Americans more control over their medical choices. Roy thinks the current system is too bureaucratic and expensive,

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Jan 09 2025TECHNOLOGY

Local AI for Privacy: Installing Ollama on Your Mac

Are you concerned that AI might peek at your personal data? Meet Ollama, an AI you can install on your Mac. No more worrying about who sees your content. Let's dive into how to set it up and why it's a good idea. First, you need a Mac running MacOS 11 or newer. Easy enough, right? To start,

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Jan 09 2025HEALTH

Stomach Bug Alert: New Jersey Fights Norovirus Surge

The holidays brought more than just cheer to New Jersey this year. The state has seen a major jump in cases of the stomach bug, known as Norovirus. This virus loves to cause diarrhea, vomiting, and belly aches. It's super contagious and spreads easily, making outbreaks common. In December 2024,

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Jan 09 2025HEALTH

The Bacteria That Help Cancer: How P. micra Speeds Up Colorectal Cancer

Ever heard of a tiny bacteria that can change how your body handles cancer? Meet Parvimonas micra (Pm), a germ that usually hangs out in your mouth. Scientists have found that Pm can mess with the immune system in a way that helps colorectal cancer (CRC) grow faster. Pm works by changing special im

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Jan 08 2025HEALTH

Health Insurance Under Biden: Nearly 24 Million Sign Up for Obamacare

Affordable Care Act (ACA) plans have seen a huge boost under President Joe Biden, with nearly 24 million people already signed up for 2025. This is almost twice the number from when Donald Trump was in office. The growth is due to bigger federal subsidies, better outreach, and an easier enrollment p

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Jan 08 2025HEALTH

More People Than Ever Use Obamacare, But What's Next?

In a big milestone, 24 million Americans have now signed up for health insurance through the Affordable Care Act. This law, often called Obamacare, was passed by former President Obama. It's a proud moment for Democrats, but Republicans have always had their doubts. President Biden has made the pro

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Jan 08 2025HEALTH

Honoring a Pioneer: Akira Endo's Impact on Heart Health

Imagine a world where heart disease is less scary. That's the world Professor Akira Endo has been helping to create, and we're celebrating his 90th birthday! This amazing scientist has spent his career finding ways to keep our hearts healthy. Let's dive into his incredible work and how it's changed

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