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Dec 14 2024HEALTH

Revamping Cancer Detection: How Holograms and AI Team Up

Medical imaging plays a big role in catching diseases early. Traditional methods like MRI, CT scans, ultrasounds, and PET scans show us the insides of our bodies in 3D, but they often miss little details that could be crucial. This is where holography microscopic imaging comes in handy. It doesn't j

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Dec 14 2024HEALTH

The Evolving Impact of Machine Learning in Clinical Risk Prediction

Machine learning (ML) has become a go-to tool in hospitals for predicting clinical risks. But here's a big challenge: these models don't always work as well over time. Why is that? The systems and data these models rely on are constantly changing, which can make the predictions less accurate. This c

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Dec 14 2024HEALTH

Helping Teens Heal: Therapy for Trafficking Survivors

India sadly has a staggering 14 million survivors of human trafficking, many of whom are forced into sexual exploitation. This crime not only robs them of their basic rights but also leaves deep psychological wounds. Yet, there's a lack of reliable treatment options for these survivors. One promisin

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Dec 14 2024HEALTH

Boosting Student Health: Northbrook's First Wellness Fair

Ever wondered how to make health and fitness fun? Northbrook's Glenbrook North High School is doing just that with their inaugural health fair. The event, happening on Dec. 20 from 9:30 a. m. to 1 p. m. , aims to connect students with local wellness companies. The school's physical education departm

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Dec 14 2024CELEBRITIES

Kimberly Guilfoyle's Age & Journey: A Quick Look

Ever wondered about Kimberly Guilfoyle's age and career path? Well, she's 55 and has had quite the journey! Born in 1969, she started as a lawyer, then hit the news scene with Fox News. Her most famous gig? Co-hosting 'The Five' on Fox. But TV wasn't her only interest. Kimberly also dipped her toes

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Dec 14 2024POLITICS

Supreme Court to Decide: Should Catholic Charities Get Tax Break?

The Supreme Court has agreed to take on a big case about religion and taxes. The question is whether places like Catholic Charities should be exempt from state unemployment taxes because of their religious ties. Catholic Charities says it should be exempt, but Wisconsin's highest court disagrees. Th

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Dec 14 2024HEALTH

Weight Issues: A Mix of Mind, Habits, and Genes

Ever wondered why some people gain weight easily, while others don't? It's a complex mix of our habits, mental state, and even our genes. A small study looked into this by focusing on young adult women who were either overweight or normal weight. They found that certain changes in a gene called FTO

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Dec 13 2024HEALTH

Kidney Transplant Access: A Southeast Struggle

Did you know that the Southeastern United States has some of the lowest kidney transplant rates in the country? It's true. And it's not just about numbers. There are big differences in who gets these life-saving procedures based on race and money. To tackle this, a study called RaDIANT was launched

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Dec 13 2024SCIENCE

The Intriguing Journey of Hexahydropyrrolo in Nature

Ever wondered how tiny compounds in nature can lead to big medical breakthroughs? Let's dive into the world of hexahydropyrrolo, a naturally occurring chemical that's been stirring up excitement among scientists. Synthesizing natural products, like hexahydropyrrolo, is like trying to recreate a comp

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Dec 13 2024SCIENCE

Beware the Sting: What's Done in the Name of Exposing Fake Research

You might think using sting operations to unveil fake research is a good idea, right? Wrong! It's like fighting fire with fire, and it can cause more harm than good. Biomedical research depends heavily on trust, both from fellow scientists and the public. When researchers cook up false claims, they

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