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Feb 21 2025EDUCATION

Smart Tech in Medicine: How AI is Changing Doctor Training

Doctors often face a mountain of patient data that can be messy and incomplete. This makes it tough for them to stay updated with the latest research and developments. NYU Langone Health in New York City has found a clever way to help the next generation of doctors tackle these issues. They've cr

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Feb 21 2025HEALTH

Brain Drain: How Doctors Feel Appreciated in the Neurology World

In the world of medicine, especially in neurology, it's crucial to understand how doctors and trainees feel about their work environment. A recent study focused on this, looking at how different ways of showing appreciation are seen by faculty and trainees in a neurology department at a big academic

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Feb 21 2025SCIENCE

Hot and Strong: How Lithium Slag Boosts Recycled Concrete

Imagine a world where waste materials are transformed into something strong and useful. That's exactly what happened when researchers decided to tackle two problems at once: the massive piles of lithium slag (LS) and the need to improve recycled concrete's strength after it's been exposed to high te

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Feb 21 2025HEALTH

Early Alzheimer's Trials: What's the Buzz About?

Two big trials are underway to test a new drug called oral semaglutide. These trials, known as Evoke and Evoke+, are in their third phase and are looking at how safe and effective this drug is for people in the early stages of Alzheimer's disease. Why is this important? Well, Alzheimer's is a t

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Feb 21 2025HEALTH

Unlocking Lung Cancer Secrets: KRAS Mutations and Treatment

Lung cancer is a tricky disease, and one type, non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), can be even trickier. Why? Because it can have different mutations, and these mutations can affect how well treatments work. Two of these mutations are called KRAS G12C and KRAS G12D. They are not the same and can beh

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Feb 21 2025TECHNOLOGY

Bias in AI: What's Really Going On?

Ever thought that AI systems could be biased? Well, they can. Even if they pass tests that check for obvious bias, they can still have hidden biases. These biases are like the ones humans have, even if they claim to be fair. It's tricky to spot these hidden biases. As AI systems get more secretive,

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Feb 21 2025POLITICS

Canada's Global Push for Inclusion: A Fresh Look at SOGIESC Rights

Canada has been making waves internationally with its feminist approach to global policy. This approach includes a focus on sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, and sex characteristics (SOGIESC). But how exactly does Canada promote these ideas on a global scale? Let's dive in. F

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Feb 20 2025HEALTH

Pregnancy and High-Intensity Workouts: What's the Verdict?

Pregnancy is a time of many changes, and one big question is about exercise. Doctors often suggest moderate to high-intensity workouts for pregnant women. Yet, many pregnant women don't do high-intensity exercise. Why is that? And what does science say about it? First, let's talk about the benefits

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Feb 20 2025POLITICS

Political Storm: New FBI Director Sparks Controversy

The Senate recently gave the green light to Kash Patel as the new FBI director. This move has sparked a lot of debate, especially among Democrats who are worried that Patel might use his new role to target political opponents. Patel, known for his strong support of former President Donald Trump, has

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Feb 20 2025POLITICS

Medicaid in the Crosshairs: Trump's Pledge vs. Republican Plans

The Medicaid program, a lifeline for many low-income Americans, finds itself in a political tug-of-war. President Trump recently made a bold statement, assuring viewers on Fox News that he would not allow cuts to Medicaid. He confidently declared, "Medicare, Medicaid — none of that stuff is going to

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