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Feb 21 2025HEALTH

When Red Faces Meet Red Wine: A Look at Dupilumab and Alcohol

Dupilumab is a medication used to treat certain skin conditions. It can cause some unexpected side effects. Two people experienced something unusual after taking Dupilumab and drinking alcohol. Their faces turned red, a condition known as facial flushing. This isn't a common side effect, but it's im

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Feb 21 2025HEALTH

Navigating the Confusion Around Gender Transition Changes

The topic of gender transition changes, often called "detransitioning, " is a hot mess. The current research is all over the place, leading to misunderstandings and even harmful policies. This mess makes it hard to figure out what's really going on. The confusion starts with the term "detransitioni

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Feb 21 2025POLITICS

The Fall of a Former Leader: Jail Time Sought for Ex-Vice Mayor

In a surprising turn of events, prosecutors are pushing for jail time for former Santa Clara Vice Mayor Anthony Becker. They believe he deserves significant jail time for his actions. Becker was found guilty of felony perjury and violating his duties as a government official. This all started with a

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Feb 21 2025HEALTH

Breaking Bones: What's Happening with Hip Fractures in Hospitals?

Imagine this: you're in a hospital, and you've just had a bad fall. You break your hip, and doctors say it's because your bones are weak. This is what happens to many older people, and it's a big deal. It's not just about the fall, it's about the bones being so weak that they break easily. This is c

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Feb 21 2025HEALTH

Telemedicine: Keeping Contraceptive Care Alive During Pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic forced major changes in how essential health services were delivered. Telemedicine became a lifeline for contraceptive care. A large reproductive health provider in Illinois, with 17 health centers, quickly shifted to telehealth. They wanted to see if this new approach kept con

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Feb 21 2025HEALTH

Ghana's Free Healthcare: Does it Really Help Moms and Babies?

Ghana took a big step in 2008 to make healthcare more accessible. They introduced a policy that waived user fees for certain health services. This move was aimed at making it easier for people to access maternal health services, which in turn, would improve the health of both mothers and their child

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Feb 21 2025TECHNOLOGY

Why Do We Keep Paying for Streaming Services?

Streaming services have exploded in popularity over the past few decades. But with so many options, why do people keep subscribing? This question was explored by looking at 35 studies from two big academic databases. These studies showed that our decisions to sign up or stick with a service are inf

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Feb 21 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The Strange Case of Natalia Grace: A Family's Unraveling

A new drama series, "Good American Family, " has sparked renewed interest in the puzzling story of Natalia Grace. The show, starring Ellen Pompeo, Mark Duplass, and Imogen Faith Reid, delves into the life of a couple who adopt a child with dwarfism, only to suspect she is an adult in disguise. This

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Feb 21 2025TECHNOLOGY

Powering Remote Areas: The Best Mix of Green Energy

In the quest for sustainable energy, especially in far-off places, a recent study took a deep dive into a unique energy system. This system combines solar power, wind energy, biomass, and batteries in a single setup. The goal? To figure out the best way to size up these components for the lowest cos

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Feb 20 2025POLITICS

New York Politics: Governor's Move on Mayor Eric Adams

New York's Governor Kathy Hochul has decided to keep Mayor Eric Adams in office, but with some restrictions. This decision comes after a lot of pressure from people who want Adams out of office due to corruption charges. Adams was charged with taking over $100, 000 in illegal benefits and campaign d

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