PREVENTION

Jun 23 2025HEALTH

Preventing Pressure Injuries: A New Approach to Training

In the world of healthcare, pressure injuries are a big deal. They can cause serious problems for patients and add stress to the already busy lives of healthcare assistants. So, how can we make sure these injuries don't happen? One way is through better training. A recent effort focused on creating a new system for training programs. This system isn't about testing h...

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Jun 23 2025SCIENCE

Smart Nets: How Tiny Copper Particles Keep Fish Healthy

Fish farming can be a tough business, especially when it comes to keeping nets clean. Biofouling, or the buildup of unwanted organisms, is a big headache. It makes nets heavier and messes with the water flow, which can stress out the fish. Usually, farmers clean the nets or use special chemicals to stop this buildup. But these methods can be expensive and harmful to ...

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Jun 23 2025TECHNOLOGY

Beware of Fake Links in Google Ads

Google ads can be a sneaky way for scammers to trick people. They buy ads that look like they lead to real websites, but they add hidden parts to the link. These hidden parts show fake phone numbers on the real website. So, even if the address bar shows the right website, like hp. com, the page might show fake text from scammers. This trick works because Google only...

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Jun 21 2025HEALTH

Keeping Elders Steady: Smart Ways to Avoid Falls and Frailty

Older folks living in the community face big problems with frailty and falling. These issues can lead to serious injuries, making it hard for them to do daily tasks and live on their own. Falls happen due to many reasons, but many of these can be changed with the right help. This is about looking at ways to stop falls and frailty in older adults. It focuses on what...

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Jun 20 2025CRIME

Insurance Giants Under Cyber Siege

The insurance industry in the US is under attack. Cybercriminals have successfully breached Aflac, a major player in the insurance world. This incident is part of a wider trend of hacking attempts targeting insurance companies. Aflac, known for its significant customer base and substantial annual revenue, is the latest high-profile victim in this digital onslaught. T...

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Jun 20 2025HEALTH

The Hidden Struggle: Suicide Loss and Mental Health

Suicide leaves a deep mark on those left behind. It's not just a moment of loss. It's a journey of pain and confusion. The scars run deep, and they can last a long time. Sometimes, they lead to dangerous thoughts and actions. This is especially true for people who have lost someone close to them by suicide. It's a tough reality that many people don't talk about...

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Jun 20 2025SPORTS

Concussions in Rugby: What Do Players and Fans Really Think?

Rugby union is a sport that thrills fans with its intensity. However, it also comes with significant risks, especially when it comes to concussions. To tackle this issue, it is crucial to understand what players, coaches, and fans think about these risks and how to prevent them. Why is this important? Well, how people view these risks can affect how many folks join ...

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Jun 20 2025HEALTH

Remembering Aidan: A Community's Fight Against Youth Suicide

Aidan Hegge, a 17-year-old student at Kasson-Mantorville High School, died by suicide on a hot July day in 2020. To put this into perspective, every day in the United States, 20 young people die by suicide. For every person who dies by suicide, 280 others seriously consider it. These statistics became a harsh reality for the Hegge family in Kasson, Minnesota. ...

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Jun 19 2025HEALTH

Infections and CLL: What You Need to Know

Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL) is a type of cancer that makes people more likely to get infections. This is due to a mix of factors related to the patient's health, the disease itself, and the treatments used. With new treatments coming out, it's crucial to figure out how these treatments affect the risk of infections. This way, doctors can come up with better wa...

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Jun 19 2025HEALTH

Group Pregnancy Check-ups: A New Way to Boost Health in Malawi

In Malawi, a fresh approach to pregnancy check-ups is making waves. This method brings together expectant mothers in groups. It is not just about regular medical care. The goal is to create a supportive community. This community helps women learn and grow together. It also aims to tackle big issues like HIV and mental health. The idea is simple. Women meet in groups...

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