MONTANA STATE HOSPITAL

Apr 27 2026HEALTH

Better ways to predict hospital readmissions using smartwatch data

Hospitals often guess which patients might end up back in care after leaving. They look at basic info like age or recent illnesses, but this way misses what really happens when people recover at home. A patient might seem fine on paper but struggle silently in daily life. This is where wearable gadg

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Apr 21 2026POLITICS

Prediction Markets: Who Gets to Tax Them?

States want to raise money from online prediction sites, but they’re not sure what those sites actually are. The debate centers on whether the sites should be treated like sports betting, financial derivatives, or something else entirely. If they’re seen as gambling, states could tax them the sam

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Apr 21 2026WEATHER

Cold Weather and Pollen Alert for Staten Island

Staten Island residents can expect a sharp temperature dip after Monday’s brief showers. The National Weather Service says it will be partly sunny in the morning, with a high around 54°F. At night, the temperature will plunge nearly 20 degrees, settling near 34°F by Tuesday morning. Sunlight

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Apr 20 2026WEATHER

Spring Weather Switch: Rain, Wind, and Allergies Hit Staten Island

Staten Island is about to face a spring mood swing this week. After a taste of warm 80-degree days last week, the upcoming forecast is bringing it back to typical spring unpredictability. Rain showers are expected to roll in starting Sunday, kicking off a stretch of days that feel more like April th

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Apr 19 2026HEALTH

Understanding mental health care from different viewpoints

Hospital stays for mental health in the UK often focus on people with psychosis, who make up about half of all admissions. More than 50% of these patients end up back in the hospital within seven years, showing how common repeat treatments are. While recovery plans usually depend on trust and teamwo

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Apr 18 2026EDUCATION

Bridging the Gap: Scholarships to Fill Imaging Staff Shortages

Hospitals across the country face a mounting problem: many imaging rooms sit empty because there aren’t enough trained technologists. In 2026, the vacancy rate for radiologic techs hit 18 %, slowing patient care and overloading current staff. To tackle this, a new program offers up to 5 000 scho

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Apr 06 2026HEALTH

How Hospitals Choose the Right Medical Tools

Hospitals face a tough balancing act when picking new medical equipment. They need machines that work well and won't break the bank. The World Health Organization offers guidelines to help with this decision. These recommendations focus on two big things: what hospitals actually need and how to get

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Mar 25 2026WEATHER

What’s Next for Staten Island’s Weather?

Staten Island starts the week with quiet, cool days. Tuesday feels a little chilly, with highs sitting just below the usual range for this time of year. The skies stay mostly clear, but clouds begin to gather by Tuesday night. Those clouds aren’t bringing rain yet—just a hint of what’s coming. By W

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Mar 22 2026HEALTH

Why some parents skip simple baby protections

Hospitals across the U. S. are seeing more parents say no to basic newborn treatments once considered automatic. At one Idaho hospital, half the babies one day didn’t get a vitamin K shot that prevents dangerous bleeding – a routine shot since the 1960s. Doctors worry this trend extends beyond vacci

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Mar 21 2026POLITICS

The Hidden Costs of Montana’s State Budget

Montana’s budget reveals more than the numbers on paper. The state spends a lot of money, but much of it goes into long‑term debts that will hurt future generations. Many people think the budget is balanced, yet hidden lines show otherwise. The state’s debt has grown steadily. When lawmake

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