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Jan 23 2026EDUCATION

Unlocking Teaching Potential: A New Approach to Medical Education

Medical professionals often find themselves in teaching roles. Yet, formal training in teaching methods is scarce. This gap can lead to a focus on specific skills rather than a broader understanding of teaching approaches. A recent workshop aimed to bridge this gap. It focused on helping educators

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Jan 23 2026EDUCATION

How Moving Your Body Can Boost Your Grades in Medical School

Medical students often have packed schedules, leaving little time for exercise. Yet, staying active might be a secret weapon for better grades. Research suggests that physical activity can improve academic performance. This is especially important for medical students, who face high stress levels an

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Jan 16 2026TECHNOLOGY

AI Chatbots: A New Trick for Stealing Data

Security experts have uncovered a sneaky way to steal information from AI chatbots like Microsoft Copilot. This trick, called Reprompt, lets hackers grab sensitive data with just one click on a seemingly safe link. The worst part? The victim doesn't even need to interact with the chatbot after that

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Jan 16 2026EDUCATION

Why Social Work Education Needs a Reality Check

Social work education is under fire in Alaska. Critics argue that students are being forced to adopt a specific political agenda. But is this really the case, or is there more to the story? Alaska is a diverse state. Over 15% of its population identifies as American Indian or Alaska Native. The sta

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Jan 12 2026HEALTH

The Blurry Line Between Medical Science and Miracles

Medical breakthroughs often seem like miracles, but are they really? Or is it just science advancing at the right time? For some, it doesn't matter. They see both as divine intervention. Take Howard, a retired doctor, who beat lymphoma in 2002 with a standard chemo treatment. His specialist warned

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Jan 10 2026HEALTH

Medical Students' Mental Health: A Closer Look at Anxiety, Depression, and Faith

Medical students face a tough road, juggling heavy course loads and high expectations. A recent study shed light on the mental health challenges they encounter, focusing on anxiety, depression, and the role of religious beliefs. The study involved 260 medical students from the University of Osijek

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Jan 06 2026EDUCATION

How to Train Doctors for Real Life

Medical schools produce many doctors yearly, but is their training enough? The current system relies heavily on textbooks and theory. However, real-life medical practice is far from a textbook scenario. Doctors need practical skills to handle patients effectively. The gap between theory and practic

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Jan 03 2026HEALTH

AI Tech Cuts Radiation Risk in Medical Imaging

Medical imaging is a big deal. It helps doctors see inside the body. But it comes with a problem: radiation. Too much radiation can hurt both patients and doctors. A new AI system, called GenDSA-V2, is trying to fix this. This AI was trained on a huge amount of data. Over 5 million images from 46,

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Jan 01 2026HEALTH

Listen Up: Little Health Signs That Could Be Big Trouble

Medical experts have shared some surprising health warnings that people often overlook. These signs might seem small, but they could point to serious problems. First, tiny bumps on your gums might not seem like a big deal. But they could be a sign of an infection that needs attention. Ignoring them

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Dec 28 2025FINANCE

Big Changes Coming to Social Security in 2026: What You Need to Know

Social Security is always a hot topic for retirees. It's their main source of income, so they're always on the lookout for updates. In 2025, retirees had to wait a bit longer than usual to find out about the 2026 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). The government shutdown delayed the release of a key

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