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Jul 08 2025HEALTH

Fixing Messy Data in Hospitals with Smart Tech

Emergency rooms are super busy places. They see a lot of patients, and keeping track of everyone is a big job. Hospitals use digital systems to log patient info, but mistakes happen. At the Bordeaux University Hospital, over 90% of these logs have missing or wrong data. This is mostly because people

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Jul 08 2025WEATHER

Texas Floods: Were Warnings Enough?

Texas faced a terrible flood on July 4th. Over 100 people lost their lives. Many were at Camp Mystic near the Guadalupe River. People say they didn't get alerts or didn't understand them. The National Weather Service (NWS) sent 22 warnings. They told people to move to higher ground. But local gover

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Jul 08 2025HEALTH

Black Americans, Jails, and Mental Health Crises

Jails and prisons have a big impact on mental health in Black communities. This is not just about the people inside. It also affects those outside. When someone goes to jail, it can lead to more mental health emergencies. This is a big deal. Why does this happen? One reason is the stress of having

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Jul 07 2025WEATHER

Heavy Rain Leaves North Carolina Counties Underwater

North Carolina faced severe flooding after Tropical Depression Chantal dumped a lot of rain in central parts of the state. The rain caused serious damage, leading to states of emergency in Moore and Orange counties. Many roads and highways were closed due to the flooding. A section of Interstate 40

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Jul 06 2025WEATHER

Texas Floods: A Tragic Summer Camp Disaster

In central Texas, a sudden and severe flash flood has left at least 70 people dead, including 21 children. The disaster has raised serious questions about preparedness and early warnings. Rescue teams are still searching for 11 campers and one counselor from Camp Mystic, an all-girls Christian summe

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Jul 06 2025WEATHER

Rethinking Safety: Lessons from Texas Floods

In Texas, a sudden and severe flood caught many off guard. The event, which happened near the Guadalupe River, resulted in many lives lost and people still missing. Among those unaccounted for are young girls from a summer camp. This tragedy has sparked questions about how well prepared authorities

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Jul 06 2025WEATHER

Texas Hill Country Faces Severe Flooding Crisis

Heavy rain has caused serious flooding in Central Texas, with many people still missing. The worst hit areas include Burnet County, where a Flash Flood Emergency was declared after 6-12 inches of rain fell in just one day. Rescue teams have been busy saving people from the rising waters, especially

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Jul 06 2025HEALTH

Why Some People Keep Going to the ER for Seizures

Healthcare in the U. S. isn't fair. Some people face more hurdles in getting proper treatment for epilepsy. This leads to more trips to the emergency room. Researchers wanted to see why this happens. They looked at data. They found a pattern. People without insurance or with public insurance often

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Jul 05 2025WEATHER

Beach Lightning Strike: A Close Call for a Florida Family

A family of three had a terrifying experience on a Florida beach when lightning struck them. The incident happened at St. Pete Beach in Pinellas County. It was a sunny day, but a thunderstorm rolled in quickly. The family was under an umbrella when lightning hit. Two adults were hurt but refused fu

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Jul 04 2025WEATHER

Kerrville's July 4th Flood: A Community in Crisis

Kerrville faced a severe challenge on July 4th as heavy rains led to dangerous flooding. The situation was so serious that the mayor had to declare a disaster. Sadly, at least six people lost their lives. The rain was intense, with 5 to 10 inches falling before dawn. This caused the Guadalupe River

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