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Jun 10 2025SCIENCE

June's Sky Spectacle: The Strawberry Moon and Beyond

The night sky in June has a lot to offer. The full moon, often called the strawberry moon, will be visible on Tuesday night and Wednesday morning. It will be at its brightest at 3:44 a. m. ET on Wednesday. But the real show starts after sunset on Tuesday. The moon will be low in the east and will st

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Jun 10 2025HEALTH

The Birth of the Pill: A Scientific Journey

The journey of hormonal birth control is a fascinating tale of scientific discovery. It's a story that spans centuries, filled with breakthroughs and setbacks. This journey reached a significant milestone in the late 1950s with the marketing of Combined Oral Contraceptives (COC). This event marked t

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Jun 10 2025HEALTH

Why Do Some People Struggle to Stick to Their Insulin Routine?

Insulin is a lifeline for many people with Type 2 diabetes (T2D). It plays a crucial role in managing the condition. As the body's ability to produce insulin declines, many people with T2D need to rely on insulin therapy to keep their blood sugar levels in check. However, sticking to an insulin r

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Jun 10 2025HEALTH

Pharmacies Role in Fighting Opioid Crisis

Opioid misuse is a serious problem in the USA. There are way too many opioid prescriptions being filled. This means that there are lots of leftover pills just sitting in medicine cabinets. These pills can be dangerous. They can end up being used by people who should not have them. This is calle

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Jun 10 2025SCIENCE

Powerful New Material for Energy Storage and Water Splitting

A new material has been created that could change the game in energy storage and water splitting. This material is a mix of NbPO5 and CoFe2O4, carefully put together in a two-step process. The first step involves a hydrothermal growth method. The second step is electrodeposition. This combination gi

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Jun 10 2025HEALTH

Does Oseltamivir Really Help Hospitalized Flu Patients?

The flu season is a tough time for hospitals. Every year, many people end up in the hospital because of the flu. Doctors often prescribe oseltamivir, a popular antiviral drug, to these patients. The idea is that it can help fight the virus and make recovery faster. But here is the twist: the advice

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Jun 10 2025POLITICS

Blake's Debate Dilemma: Fundraising Fiasco or System Failure?

Michael Blake, a candidate for NYC mayor, is in a heated battle. The Campaign Finance Board (CFB) has ruled him out of the second debate. This is because he hasn't met the fundraising targets, according to their records. However, Blake's team claims they have the required

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Jun 10 2025HEALTH

How Real-World Data Shapes Medicine Approval

Real-world evidence (RWE) is becoming a big deal in the world of medicine. It's used to back up the effectiveness of new drugs and treatments. But how exactly does it influence decisions made by regulatory bodies and health tech assessors? This is a tricky question. To find out, a special tool calle

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Jun 10 2025HEALTH

The Price of Progress in Lung Cancer Treatment

The battle against advanced non-small cell lung cancer (aNSCLC) has seen significant strides with targeted therapies and immunotherapies. These treatments have shown promise in extending the lives of patients. However, there is a catch. The cost of these medications is sky-high. This raises importan

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Jun 10 2025HEALTH

Helping Hands: The Unseen Struggles of Childhood Cancer Caregivers

Caring for a child with cancer is a journey filled with emotional highs and lows. It is not just about the medical treatments but also about the mental and financial strain on the caregivers. This study looked into how often caregivers of children with cancer feel anxious or depressed. It also explo

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