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Jan 04 2025HEALTH

Boosting Newborn Health with Ugandan Midwives

Did you know that where and how babies are born can make a big difference to their health and their moms? A recent study in Uganda shows that when midwives lead the way with better birth positions and more support during labor, newborns' health improves and moms have fewer tears. This is great news

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Jan 04 2025SPORTS

Chase Briscoe's Funny Video Shows Off His Sporty Side

Chase Briscoe, a former driver for Stewart Haas Racing, has been making waves in the NASCAR community with a hilarious video. After moving to Joe Gibbs Racing for the 2025 season, Briscoe posted a clip on Instagram showing him performing various sports, from dunking a basketball to surfing. Fans and

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Jan 04 2025HEALTH

How Kids with Serious Health Issues See Their Wellbeing

Ever wondered how kids with life-threatening illnesses feel about their wellbeing? A recent study explored this by understanding the perceived wellbeing (pWB) of young people with serious health conditions. These kids face real challenges, but the study didn't focus on their illnesses alone. It delv

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Jan 03 2025POLITICS

Biden Honors Liz Cheney and Others for Public Service

On a recent Thursday, President Biden recognized several Americans with the Presidential Citizens Medal for their contributions to the country. Among them was former Rep. Liz Cheney (R-Wyo. ), who was celebrated for her time in Congress and her role on the House committee that probed the January 6,

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Jan 03 2025SPORTS

Mike McCarthy: Will He Wait until January 14 to Coach Again?

Mike McCarthy's contract with the Cowboys expires on January 14. That’s when he can start talking to other teams about coaching jobs. But will the Cowboys let him interview early? Owner Jerry Jones might want to keep the spotlight on the Cowboys during the playoffs, so he could delay McCarthy's inte

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Jan 03 2025HEALTH

Examining Anti-Blackness in Nursing: A Deeper Look at Health Disparities

In the wake of the Black Lives Matter movement, healthcare organizations have been reflecting on their role in health inequalities. The American Nurses Association, for instance, formed the National Commission to Address Racism in Nursing and published a report revealing the historic mistreatment an

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Jan 03 2025HEALTH

Moms of Kids with ADHD: Spiritual Practices for Coping

Motherhood is tough, but for moms with kids who have Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), it can be especially challenging. These mothers face everyday struggles that go beyond the typical symptoms of ADHD. To manage these obstacles, some moms turn to spiritual practices as a coping stra

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Jan 03 2025HEALTH

Examining ChatGPT's Role in Geriatric Care and Training

The rise of ChatGPT in health services and education has sparked interest in its dependability, especially for senior care. Geriatrics, which focuses on treating older adults, needs tools that are accurate and reliable. With ChatGPT gaining traction, it's crucial to see if it measures up. Some hea

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Jan 03 2025HEALTH

Why Do Some People Face More Amputations?

Did you know that your race, where you live, and how much money you make can actually play a big role in whether you might lose a limb? Let's talk about something called chronic limb-threatening ischemia, which is a fancy term for when blood circulation is really poor in your leg. Because of this, s

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Jan 03 2025HEALTH

Why Isn't Empathy Taught to Future Doctors?

Empathy is crucial in healthcare, helping professionals connect with and ease the emotional pain of patients. Yet, postgraduate medical training often overlooks this vital skill. A new study wants to find out why this is and how necessary it is to teach empathy to trainee doctors. Researchers talked

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