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Dec 28 2024HEALTH

Why Some Kids Get Wheezy After Exercise: What Health Pros Need to Know

Ever noticed some kids getting short of breath or wheezy after running around? This isn't always asthma. Sometimes, even kids without asthma can have something called exercise-induced bronchoconstriction (EIB). Athletes are especially prone to it. Think of it like when you blow up a balloon: just li

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Dec 28 2024HEALTH

Isatuximab and Pd: A Real-Life Look in Japan

In Japan, doctors kept an eye on how well isatuximab plus pomalidomide and dexamethasone (Isa-Pd) worked for people with relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma (RRMM) who were frail. They collected data from patients treated between October 2020 and October 2021, following them for up to a year. Ou

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Dec 28 2024CRYPTO

Russia Puts the Brakes on Crypto Mining

Right before the new year, Russia decided to hit pause on crypto mining in certain regions. For the next six years, starting January 1, 2024, ten different regions won't have any crypto mining going on. The main issue? Energy usage. Just like how crypto mining taps into quite a bit of energy in the

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Dec 28 2024SPORTS

De’Andre Hunter: From Philly Streets to NBA Stardom

Born in Philadelphia, basketball star De’Andre Hunter has a story that goes beyond the court. Growing up in the Lawncrest neighborhood of Northeast Philly, he showed early promise. By his junior year at Friends’ Central School, he was averaging 21. 6 points, 11 rebounds, and 5 assists per game, earn

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Dec 27 2024HEALTH

Eye Health Check in Tigray: What We Found After Treatments

In 2013, health workers in Ethiopia's Tigray region started a big task: they wanted to see how well their treatments for trachoma were working. Trachoma is an eye disease that can lead to blindness if not treated. They did this by checking lots of people in 31 different areas, or "woredas", for sign

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Dec 27 2024POLITICS

Canadian Ministers Visit Florida to Talk Trade and Border Security with Trump Team

You know what's going on? Two important Canadian leaders are heading to sunny Florida to chat with Donald Trump’s team. It's all about border security and trade. The Canadian finance minister, Dominic LeBlanc, and foreign minister, Mélanie Joly, are the two key players. They're meeting with some big

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Dec 27 2024CELEBRITIES

A Young Actor’s Tragic Loss: Remembering Hudson Meek

Hudson Meek, a 16-year-old actor known for his role in "Baby Driver, " passed away after a severe accident in his hometown of Vestavia Hills, Alabama. On December 19, he fell from a moving vehicle, suffering fatal injuries. The incident took place on the 1900 block of Canyon Road. The local police a

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Dec 27 2024HEALTH

Boosting Kids' Agility and Balance: What Works?

Children's agility and balance skills are on the decline. So, what can we do about it? Researchers have looked into this issue and believe that improving gross motor skills could be key. They examined how different combinations of these skills can help children move better and keep their balance. Th

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Dec 27 2024HEALTH

Monitoring Infliximab for Ulcerative Colitis: Is It Worth the Cost?

Managing ulcerative colitis (UC) often involves using a drug called infliximab (IFX). But should doctors track the drug's levels in the body (a process known as therapeutic drug monitoring, or TDM) to improve outcomes? The answer isn't clear-cut; TDM might provide better results, but is it cost-effe

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Dec 27 2024HEALTH

Thailand's Fight Against Tough Bugs: The Sulbactam Test

In Thailand, certain bacteria are giving doctors a hard time by not responding to even the strongest antibiotics. To tackle these superbugs, doctors are trying out a drug called sulbactam on kids, but they're not sure how it affects children's bodies. A team of experts has started observing kids tak

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