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Mar 18 2025POLITICS

Canada's Bold Moves in the Trade War

The trade tension between Canada and the U. S. is heating up. Two fresh ideas have surfaced to give Canada an advantage. One is about breaking U. S. intellectual property rules. The other is about blocking PornHub. Both ideas have sparked debate and could escalate the conflict. The U. S. i

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Mar 17 2025POLITICS

A Doctor's Fight for Justice in Lebanon

A doctor, Rasha Alawieh, is currently in Lebanon, waiting for a judge to decide if the Trump administration broke a court order by deporting her. She is a specialist in kidney medicine and was working at Rhode Island Hospital. The judge in Boston wanted to know why she was sent back to Lebanon, even

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Mar 14 2025CELEBRITIES

The Unlikely Path of Dr. Oz: From Surgeon to Controversial Healer

Dr. Mehmet Oz, a name that has become synonymous with unconventional medical practices, started his career with a different goal in mind. In 1986, he entered Columbia-Presbyterian Hospital with the intention of following in his father’s footsteps and becoming a cardiothoracic surgeon. He quickly gai

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Mar 14 2025HEALTH

AI in Medicine: Doctors' New Sidekick or Boss?

Doctors have always been the captains of the healthcare ship, making calls based on their skills and experience. But now, AI is joining the crew. This tech can sift through mountains of data and find patterns that humans might overlook. This could mean better diagnoses and treatments. But it also me

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Mar 09 2025TECHNOLOGY

Can Robots and AI Make Doctors Better Learners?

Doctors must think fast and make good decisions. This is called clinical reasoning. It's crucial for patient safety. But what if doctors have trouble with this? It's a serious issue. Robots and AI can make virtual patients more realistic. These virtual patients are like practice scenarios f

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Mar 01 2025HEALTH

Cheap Drugs, Big Questions: How Hospital Savings Affect Cancer Treatment

Imagine hospitals and clinics buying drugs at bargain prices, yet billing insurance companies full price. This is the 340B Drug Pricing Program. It's designed to support safety-net hospitals and clinics, but it's also changing how doctors prescribe medicines, especially for breast cancer treatment.

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Feb 28 2025HEALTH

Finding Purpose: Doctors' Stories of Growth and Healing

Doctors face many challenges in their jobs, which can lead to feeling overwhelmed and exhausted. To help them cope, experts are looking into ways to boost their resilience. One key area is spiritual wellbeing, which is not just about religion. It's about finding meaning and connection in life. Docto

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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 21 2025HEALTH

Unlocking Health Secrets: How Doctors Use Numbers to Make Smart Choices

Imagine doctors as detectives, and numbers as clues. Biostatistics is the toolkit they use to solve health mysteries. It's not just about crunching numbers; it's about turning data into lifesaving decisions. Doctors use biostatistics to navigate the confusing world of health information. It's like

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Feb 16 2025HEALTH

The Hidden Hurdles of Mental Health Meds

Mental health medications, particularly the newer antipsychotics, are quite effective in managing symptoms. However, they come with a set of challenges. If patients don't follow their prescribed medication routine, they might still experience psychotic episodes and develop metabolic issues. These is

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