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Mar 11 2026TECHNOLOGY

AI Money‑Minder Helps Hospitals Beat Cash Chaos

Hospitals often juggle money like a game of hide‑and‑seek. Bills arrive months after a visit, insurance companies cut costs, and staff must sift through endless spreadsheets to know what’s owed. The result? A blurry picture that can force clinics in rural areas to shut down and leave patients scr

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Feb 25 2026SPORTS

Boozer’s Big‑Hit Boosts Duke’s Rank

Duke’s star freshman, Cameron Boozer, is drawing national attention as a top NBA draft pick. In a recent game at Notre Dame, he scored 24 points while shooting only eight field‑goal attempts. His efficiency earned Duke a 44‑point win, 100–56. Boozer’s scoring came largely from the free‑throw line.

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Dec 27 2025HEALTH

Smart Computers Help Hospitals Manage ICU Beds Better

Hospitals are always looking for ways to manage their resources better. One big challenge is figuring out how long patients will stay in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). Too many patients can mean beds are full, and too few can mean beds are empty. This is where smart computers, or machine learning (M

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Dec 22 2025HEALTH

Do Hospital Alarms Really Stop Falls?

Hospitals often use alarms to alert staff when patients at risk of falling try to move around. But do these alarms actually work? A recent study put them to the test. The study was a randomized clinical trial. This means patients were randomly assigned to either have an alarm or not. The goal was t

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Dec 12 2025HEALTH

Hospital Nurses Doubt Virtual Help

Hospitals are trying out virtual nurses to fix their staffing problems. These virtual nurses use video and messaging to check on patients from far away. But a new study shows that this might not be the solution everyone hoped for. Researchers talked to 880 nurses from 10 different states. They foun

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Nov 28 2025HEALTH

What's Eating Our Students? A Look at University Food Choices

University students often have poor eating habits. This can lead to serious health problems. Many students eat too much junk food. They also don't get enough nutrients. This can cause hidden obesity. It can also lead to metabolic risks. Research shows that students' lifestyles affect their health.

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Nov 28 2025SPORTS

Duke and Arkansas Face Off: How to Catch the Big Game

Duke, the No. 4 team in the nation, is on a roll with seven straight wins. They are heading to the United Center to take on the No. 22 Arkansas Razorbacks. This game is part of the CBS Sports Thanksgiving Classic and is set to tip off at 8:00 PM ET on Thursday, November 27, 2025. Fans can catch the

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Nov 26 2025HEALTH

Understanding Hospital Blood Clots in Kids: A Closer Look

Hospital stays can be tough on kids, but one hidden danger is blood clots. These clots, known as hospital-acquired venous thromboembolism (HA-VTE), can be serious. To figure out how often these clots happen, researchers looked at data from multiple hospitals. The CHAT risk assessment model had alrea

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Nov 20 2025HEALTH

More Nurses, Happier Doctors: A Simple Fix for Hospitals

Hospitals looking to boost morale and reduce burnout among their staff might want to consider hiring more nurses. That's the key takeaway from a recent study that found even a small increase in nurse staffing can lead to significant improvements in the work environment for both doctors and nurses.

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Nov 13 2025HEALTH

Why Hospitals Need Better Disaster Training

Hospitals have always been on the front lines during emergencies. But recent events, like the COVID-19 pandemic and natural disasters, have shown that they are not always ready. Many studies before the pandemic pointed out gaps in how hospitals prepare for crises. These gaps became clear during the

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