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Apr 12 2025HEALTH

How the Pandemic Changed Doctor Visits for Epilepsy Patients

The COVID-19 pandemic brought many changes to healthcare. One significant shift was the way doctors kept track of patient visits. This was especially true for people dealing with epilepsy. During the pandemic, many routine visits were disrupted. This made it hard for doctors to keep up with their pa

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Apr 12 2025SCIENCE

Fighting Worms with Fungi: A New Approach

Fungi are not just for pizza toppings or fairy tales. Some fungi can actually help fight nasty parasites. One such fungus is Metarhizium anisopliae. Scientists have been testing a specific strain, IBCB425, to see if it can tackle a common worm problem in sheep. This worm, Haemonchus contortus, is a

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Apr 12 2025SCIENCE

A Fresh Look at Carbon Dioxide's Role in Chemistry

In the world of chemistry, there's a lot of buzz about finding greener ways to do things. One cool development is using carbon dioxide (CO2) as a building block in reactions. This isn't just about reducing waste. It's also about creating useful compounds in a more eco-friendly way. One interesting

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Apr 11 2025FINANCE

Global Markets: The Rollercoaster Ride of Trade Tensions

The global economy is on a wild ride. The tension between the United States and China is causing waves in the financial world. The latest move by China to raise tariffs on US goods to 125% sent shockwaves through the markets. The European markets felt the heat. The Stoxx Europe 600 index took a

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Apr 11 2025BUSINESS

Wall Street's Worries: Market Shifts and Economic Storms

The CEO of JPMorgan Chase, Jamie Dimon, has sounded the alarm. He believes that the US economy is in for a rough ride. This is due to a mix of factors, both good and bad. On the positive side, there are potential benefits from tax changes and reduced regulations. However, there are also significant

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Apr 10 2025FINANCE

Global Markets Dance to Trump's Tariff Tune

In the world of finance, things can change fast. The day after a big jump, U. S. stocks took a dip. The S&P 500 fell by 2. 3%. The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped by 700 points. The Nasdaq composite also saw a decrease of 2. 7%. This happened after a major announcement from President Trump

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Apr 10 2025HEALTH

The Challenge of Measuring Health Quality in Head and Neck Cancer Survivors

Head and neck cancer is a tough journey. Patients often face significant health issues after treatment. This is where things get tricky. The tools used to measure health quality, called health utility instruments, often fall short. They struggle to tell the difference between various health stat

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Apr 10 2025HEALTH

How can we predict serious outcomes for sick kids in the ER?

The ER is a busy place, especially when it comes to kids with fevers. Doctors often face a challenge: predicting which children might need to be admitted to the hospital, sent to the ICU, or stay longer than expected. This is where electronic health records (EHRs) come in. They hold a wealth of info

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Apr 09 2025SCIENCE

Ethiopia's Birth Rates: A Closer Look at the Numbers

In Ethiopia, the number of children a woman has greatly affects the country's population growth. This growth is a big challenge for Ethiopia's goal of becoming a middle-income nation. A recent study looked at why some women have more children than others. The study used information from a 2019

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Apr 08 2025SCIENCE

Lily Bulbs: The Hidden Impact of Sulfur Fumigation

Lily bulbs are a staple in Chinese markets. They are used for both cooking and traditional medicine. One common practice is to treat them with sulfur after they are harvested. This process, known as fumigation, is done to whiten and preserve the bulbs. But what does this treatment do to the bulb

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