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Nov 27 2025HEALTH

How Nurses Are Helping Stroke Survivors Through Screens

Nurses are now using video calls to check in on people who've had strokes. This is especially helpful when it's hard to meet in person, like during the COVID-19 pandemic. But does this actually work well for patients? Many studies have looked into this. They wanted to see if nurse-led video calls c

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Nov 07 2025SPORTS

What Matters More in Rugby: Raw Power or Quick Strength?

Rugby is a game of power and speed. Players need both brute force and quick, explosive movements. But which one matters more? Is it the sheer strength to overpower opponents or the ability to move fast and strong at the same time? This is a big question for coaches and players. Researchers dug into

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Oct 18 2025HEALTH

Ivermectin: A Closer Look at Its Role in Fighting Skin Mites

Ivermectin is a well-known treatment for various skin issues caused by tiny mites called Demodex. These mites usually don't cause problems, but sometimes they can lead to skin inflammation and conditions like rosacea and blepharitis. While new treatments are being developed, ivermectin is still comm

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Oct 04 2025HEALTH

Why Do Women Still Feel More Pressured to Look Good?

People often wonder if women and men feel the same pressure to focus on their looks. A big study looked at 78 research projects with over 74, 000 people from 16 different countries. The results showed that women still feel this pressure more than men. This gap was bigger when using certain types of

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Aug 13 2025HEALTH

How Weight Affects Bone Breaks: A Global Study

A recent worldwide study dug into how body mass index (BMI) affects the chances of breaking bones. Researchers looked at data from over 1. 6 million people across 32 countries, tracking them for about 16 million person-years. They found that being underweight increases the risk of hip fractures in b

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Jul 10 2025HEALTH

Pregnancy and Exercise: What Does the Research Really Say?

Pregnancy is a time when many women wonder about the safety of exercise. Some studies suggest that staying active before and during pregnancy can lead to better outcomes for both mom and baby. However, the results are not always clear-cut. Many pregnant women do not meet the recommended guidelines

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Jul 08 2025HEALTH

Understanding Male Fertility Issues: What's Really Going On?

Male fertility problems are more common than you might think. They can be caused by many things. These include lifestyle choices, health issues, and even where a man lives. A recent study looked at many different studies to find out more. The study found that things like age, weight, and smoking ca

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Jul 06 2025HEALTH

Drugs and Kidney Risks: What You Need to Know

Bevacizumab, ramucirumab, and aflibercept are drugs that can cause a lot of protein in the urine. This is called proteinuria. Doctors have known this for a while. But what they don't know is if these drugs can also hurt the kidneys. This is a big question. It needs more study. These drugs are used

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Jul 06 2025HEALTH

A Simple Trick to Help Healing After Gut Surgery

Chyme reinfusion (CR) is a straightforward method that reconnects parts of the digestive system. It's like giving the gut a shortcut to heal itself. This technique is often used after surgeries involving fistulas or ostomies. The main goal was to see how CR affects recovery after these types of surg

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Jun 25 2025HEALTH

Can Tech Help Us Move More?

People with long-term health issues often sit around a lot. This isn't great for their health or the people caring for them. In recent years, digital tools have been used to encourage healthier habits. But do they really help people move more? The answer isn't clear. Many studies have looked at thi

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