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Feb 27 2025HEALTH

Sleep and Mood: Unraveling the Connection

Insomnia is a common issue that can make life miserable. It's not just about feeling tired; it can also mess with your mood. For a long time, experts have known that treating insomnia with a type of therapy called Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) can help improve mood. But how exact

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Feb 27 2025CELEBRITIES

Reality Star Faces Year Behind Bars: A Cautionary Tale

Karen Huger, a well-known figure from a popular reality TV show, has been ordered to spend a year in prison. This decision came after a court appearance in Washington, DC. Huger, now 61, will also face five years of probation following her release. The judge gave her 30 days to appeal and 90 days to

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Feb 26 2025HEALTH

Unraveling the Impact of Childhood Trauma on Mental Health

Childhood trauma can leave lasting scars on a person's mental health. These scars can show up in the form of complex post-traumatic stress disorder (CPTSD) symptoms. CPTSD symptoms can be debilitating and long-lasting. Researchers have found a strong link between these symptoms and childhood malt

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Feb 26 2025HEALTH

MPN: When Doctors and Patients Don't Agree

Imagine facing daily struggles due to a health condition like MPN, or myeloproliferative neoplasms. These diseases bring a variety of symptoms that can make everyday tasks a real challenge. Recent findings show that doctors and patients often view these symptoms differently. Researchers in Germany

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Feb 26 2025HEALTH

Belly Trouble: How COVID-19 Changed Kids' Gallbladder Surgeries

During the COVID-19 pandemic, many kids were stuck at home, leading to a more inactive lifestyle. This lack of movement contributed to a rise in obesity among young people. This shift in health habits had some unexpected consequences. One notable change was the increase in laparoscopic cholecystecto

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Feb 24 2025HEALTH

Glowing Hope: Fighting Brain Tumors with Smart Light

Glioblastoma is a tough brain tumor to deal with. It spreads quickly and often ignores medicine. Doctors have been looking for new ways to fight it. One promising method uses special light and tiny, smart particles. These particles are made from a type of polymer. They can glow and get hot when hit

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Feb 23 2025ENVIRONMENT

Guardians of the Steppe: Mongolia's Environmental Frontline

Mongolia's expansive steppes are under threat from more than just illegal hunting and air pollution. Dangerous chemicals, trash, and the illegal trade of rare animal parts are wreaking havoc on the environment. Customs officers are on the front lines, but they're not equipped with the right tools or

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Feb 22 2025SCIENCE

Surgical Stars: The Unlikely Friendship of Two Medical Pioneers

The 16th century was a time of big changes in medicine and surgery. Two key players in this transformation were Andreas Vesalius and Ambroise Paré. They were both ahead of their time, making big contributions to their fields. Vesalius and Paré both had a lot in common. They studied together

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Feb 22 2025HEALTH

Brain Bleeds: How Cinnamon and Iron Chelation Might Help

Brain bleeds, or intracerebral hemorrhages, are a severe type of stroke. They happen when a blood vessel bursts in the brain, causing bleeding. This type of stroke is serious and getting more common worldwide. Doctors don't have a perfect cure yet. Cinnamon might help with brain bleeds. Cinnamon co

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Feb 21 2025EDUCATION

Stories vs. Textbooks: Which Helps Students Learn Anatomy Better?

Imagine trying to learn about the human body without any stories or interesting details. That's what traditional anatomy classes often look like. But what if adding a bit of storytelling could make learning anatomy more fun and effective? That's exactly what a recent study explored. A group

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