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Feb 16 2026POLITICS

Ukraine's Fight for Support: Allies Step Up

Ukraine is in the middle of a tough fight. Russia is attacking both on the ground and from the air. This is making life hard for people in Ukraine, especially as winter brings freezing temperatures. The country's energy system is taking a big hit, leaving many without power. President Volodymyr Zel

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Feb 15 2026HEALTH

Helping Hearts with Tiny Holes: A Fresh Look at Fontan Fixes

The Fontan operation is a big deal for kids with certain heart defects. It helps them live longer, but sometimes, it doesn't work perfectly. When this happens, doctors have a tough time fixing it, especially when the lungs have too much resistance. One idea is to use a machine to help the heart pum

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Feb 14 2026HEALTH

Unseen Link: Autoimmune Diseases and Brain Bleeds

Researchers have long known that autoimmune diseases can raise the risk of heart problems. But what about brain bleeds? Specifically, a type called subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH). It's rare but can be very serious. A recent study tried to find out if autoimmune diseases might play a role in causing S

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Feb 13 2026HEALTH

Hearing and Heart Health: What's the Link for Seniors?

The heart and ears might seem like they have nothing in common. But guess what? They might be more connected than we think, especially as we get older. A recent study took a closer look at this idea. It wanted to see if changes in heart health could be linked to hearing loss in older adults. First,

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Feb 11 2026HEALTH

Quick‑Fit Workouts Cut Fat and Lower Blood Pressure in Obese College Students

A new study examined how short bursts of exercise, called “exercise snacking, ” affect weight and heart health in 100 overweight college students. The participants were split into two equal groups: one group did brief high‑intensity intervals and a mixed cardio session each day, while the other r

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Feb 11 2026HEALTH

Back in Action: A Dad’s Quick Fix to a Painful Cyst

A 39‑year‑old father from Orange County, California, began to feel a sharp pop in his back while stretching at the gym. He brushed it off because he’s no stranger to sports injuries, but over months his hips tightened and the lower part of his leg started losing feeling and muscle. The turning point

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Jan 29 2026HEALTH

Heart Health and High Energy: A Doctor's Perspective on Trump's Vitality

A prominent heart surgeon has shared his thoughts on former President Donald Trump's heart health, sparking a conversation about aging and stamina. Dr. Joseph Lamelas, who specializes in heart surgery, noted that Trump's active lifestyle and energy levels suggest he likely doesn't have serious heart

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Jan 27 2026HEALTH

A New Way to Help Kids With Breathing Problems

Kids with certain health issues need special pacemakers. These tiny devices help keep their hearts beating right. But for young ones, it's tricky. Their bodies are small. Doctors struggle to find the right spot to put the pacemaker. Usually, pacemakers have wires. These wires can cause problems. Th

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Jan 26 2026ENVIRONMENT

Rhode Island's Fight Against Invasive Plants

Rhode Island is lagging behind other states in the battle against invasive plants. A new bill aims to change that by banning the sale of these harmful species. The proposal has gained strong support from environmentalists, gardeners, and conservation groups. Invasive plants pose a serious threat to

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Jan 25 2026HEALTH

How Your Food Choices Might Affect Your Heart, Kidneys, and Metabolism

People often think about how food affects their waistline, but not many consider how it impacts their insides, like the gut. Recent research dug into this by looking at how what we eat influences tiny organisms in our gut and how that might relate to serious health issues like heart disease, kidney

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