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May 27 2025HEALTH

How Doctors Can Avoid Prescribing Mistakes

Medication errors in outpatient settings are a big deal. They can lead to bad health results and waste resources. Clinical decision support systems, or CDSS, are tools that can help doctors make better choices. These systems use data to give advice on what medicines to prescribe. However, they often

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May 27 2025SCIENCE

Microfluidics: The Future of Reaction Tracking

The world of chemistry and biology is always looking for better ways to track reactions. This is where process analytical technology comes in. It's a big deal in production, but it could be even better. The goal is to create a system that can quickly and accurately detect all sorts of reaction inter

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May 27 2025ENTERTAINMENT

CBS Shifts Medical Drama to January

CBS decided to delay the return of the medical drama Watson until January 2026. This choice came after the show wrapped up its first 13 episodes on Sunday nights. Fans will have to wait a bit longer to see what happens after the shocking finale, which left Moriarty's fate hanging. The network's pres

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May 27 2025HEALTH

Smartphones to the Rescue: Boosting Campus Activity

University students often struggle to maintain regular physical activity. The benefits of regular exercise are no secret. Yet, sticking to a fitness routine can be tough. This is where just-in-time adaptive interventions (JITAIs) come into play. The idea is to deliver support exactly when someon

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May 27 2025HEALTH

The Future of Medical AI: Beyond Simple Tests

Medical AI systems are becoming more advanced. They can handle a wide range of tasks. This is great, but there are some big questions. How do we know these systems are safe and useful? Right now, most tests use benchmarks. These benchmarks can have problems. They might use the same data that the AI

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May 27 2025HEALTH

How Internet Time Shapes Mood in Middle-Aged and Older Chinese Adults

The internet has become a big part of daily life. But how does the time spent online affect the mental health of middle-aged and older adults in China? This is a question that has been explored in recent studies. Mental health is a big deal globally, and it's especially important for this age group.

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May 27 2025HEALTH

How Health Tech Can Help Kids With ADHD

Health systems worldwide are under immense pressure. Waiting lists are growing, and resources are thin. Connected health, or using technology to support healthcare, is seen as a potential solution. However, creating effective health apps is no easy task. It demands a mix of skills from different fie

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May 27 2025HEALTH

Why Did Older Germans Turn to Online Doctors During COVID?

The COVID-19 pandemic brought about a significant shift in how people accessed healthcare. Telemedicine, or online health consultations, became a popular alternative to in-person visits. This trend was observed globally, including in Germany. Understanding why middle-aged and older adults in Germany

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May 27 2025HEALTH

The Hidden Struggles: Understanding Bladder and Bowel Issues in Aging Chinese Adults

Aging is tough on the body. For many older adults in China, it brings unwanted challenges. Bladder and bowel problems, known as urinary and defecatory dysfunction (UDD), are quite common. These issues can greatly affect the quality of life. Yet, there is a surprising lack of long-term studies on

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May 27 2025HEALTH

The Power of Personalized Care in Breast Cancer Treatment

Breast cancer treatment has seen a shift towards personalized medicine. This approach focuses on tailoring therapy to the specific biology of an individual's tumor. The goal is to find the most effective treatment for each person's unique cancer subtype. However, the success of this therapy relies h

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