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Dec 28 2024CRIME

Crash on Boston's Green Line: Car vs. Cruiser Causes Delays

On Monday night, a Boston police cruiser and a Tesla collided, causing some serious trouble for commuters on the Green Line's B Branch. The crash happened on Commonwealth Avenue, near Washington Street, and left a police officer with injuries that weren't too severe, according to the Boston Police D

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Dec 28 2024HEALTH

Running Risks: Bone Health Beyond Density

Long-distance runners are no strangers to bone stress injuries (BSIs). Traditionally, bone mineral density (BMD) has been the go-to measure for assessing these risks. But what if there's more to the story? Enter trabecular bone score (TBS), a newer metric that might offer a clearer picture. Res

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Dec 28 2024SPORTS

Eagles vs. Cowboys: Injury Update Before Week 17 Showdown

The Philadelphia Eagles and Dallas Cowboys have released their final injury reports ahead of their Week 17 matchup. The Eagles have ruled out quarterback Jalen Hurts, running back Will Shipley, and wide receiver Britain Covey due to injuries. Hurts, who suffered a concussion in Week 16, will likely

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Dec 28 2024HEALTH

HIV Treatment: Pills vs. Shots – What Do People Think?

Imagine you're living with HIV and have to take pills every day. Sounds tough, right? Well, there's a newer option: a shot every month or two. But what do people think about this? Researchers asked 30 adults in the US who are currently on HIV treatment. They wanted to know if questions about their f

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Dec 28 2024SCIENCE

Speeding Up Metabolomic Data: A Tool for Quick, Easy Processing

Have you ever wondered how scientists sort out massive amounts of data from health tests? They usually use something called mass spectrometry, which helps break down complex biological samples. However, this process can be slow and tricky, making it tough to study big groups of people. Enter PeakMei

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Dec 27 2024SPORTS

Knee Troubles: Former GAA Stars Share Their Stories

Knee injuries are a part of life for many former intercounty Gaelic games players. These athletes, known as GAA players, often deal with pain and limited movement in their knees due to their active sporting careers. The study looked at retired GAA players to understand how knee injuries affect them

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Dec 27 2024HEALTH

New Treatment for Center Layer Eye Issue

Let's talk about a cool new way doctors are treating severe cases of a condition called idiopathic epiretinal membranes (iERM). This happens when a thin layer of tissue grows on the surface of the eye's retina, and in severe cases, it can have extra layers in the center of the eye. Now, the interes

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Dec 27 2024SPORTS

CeeDee Lamb's Season Comes to an End, But No Surgery Expected

CeeDee Lamb, a star player for the Cowboys, has been ruled out for the rest of the season due to a shoulder injury. The team announced that after further evaluations, Lamb's injury has worsened and he won’t be playing the final two games. The good news is that surgery is not needed, and he's expecte

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Dec 27 2024SPORTS

AI's Role in Verifying Football ACL Injury Reports

Public databases like Transfermarkt offer a wealth of information about ACL injuries in professional footballers. However, these databases aren't always accurate. That's why we thought an AI-powered system could help. This AI framework can compare ACL tear data from large public databases with high

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Dec 27 2024HEALTH

The Impact of New Skin Care Rules on Nurses' Knowledge and Neonatal Skin Injuries in a Private Hospital

Skin care is crucial for newborns, especially those who are sick. The skin acts like a shield, protecting them from infections that can lead to serious health issues or even death. Babies in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) are at a higher risk because of the advanced technology used there, w

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