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Feb 12 2025HEALTH

Are Juvenile Myositis Patients Reporting Accurately?

When it comes to understanding how kids with juvenile myositis (JM) are feeling, it is key to have tools that can accurately capture their experiences. One system that's been in the spotlight is the Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System, or PROMIS. This system uses fixed short for

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Feb 12 2025HEALTH

Bird Flu's Unexpected New Jump: From Cows to Humans

H5N1 bird flu is showing off its tricks. In a surprising turn, a second type of H5N1 has possibly hopped from dairy cows to humans and we need to pay attention. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and health officials in Nevada reported that a farm worker in Nevada has been

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Feb 12 2025POLITICS

The Big Money Ask: Trump's Immigration Plans Need Cash

The Trump administration is in a bind. They need more money to carry out their immigration plans. Tom Homan, known as the "border czar, " and Russell Vought, the budget director, met with Senate Republicans recently. They made a strong case for more funding. They said, "We need more money to keep o

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Feb 11 2025HEALTH

Flags over Flavours: What the Media Has Got Wrong About Vaping

In 2023, Australia tightened vaping device sales to tackle youth use. The news media has been keeping an eye on vaping since 2018. Australian newspapers showed a lot of interest in it but were often more exciting than accurate. Every publication is different though. News Corp put out 242 articl

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Feb 11 2025HEALTH

Guardians in Distress: The Story of Our Body's Vascular Police

Ever wondered what keeps our blood flowing smoothly? Let the vascular endothelial cells guide the way. These are natural bodyguards. They are flat cells. They line the insides of our blood vessels, providing a first line defense and crucial functions like maintaining blood pressure, keeping blood f

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Feb 11 2025EDUCATION

Texas Careers: Preparing Students for the Future Workforce

Texas is hustling to gear up its students for the jobs of tomorrow. With nearly two-thirds of new jobs needing more than a high school diploma in the next five years, the state is in a pickle. Many graduates are missing the key skills needed to fill these roles. The governor, Greg Abbott, h

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Feb 11 2025ENVIRONMENT

Storm Alert: Los Angeles Braces for Floods and Debris

A massive storm is heading towards Los Angeles. The National Weather Service has warned that this storm could bring heavy rain, leading to significant flooding, especially in areas recently affected by fires. The concern is highest for places like the Eaton and Palisades burn areas. Forecasters have

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Feb 11 2025POLITICS

The unlikely friendship of two politicians

In the world of politics, things are not always as they seem. For instance, imagine if a former governor, who was once known for his corruption, suddenly got a big break from a president. This is exactly what happened to Rod Blagojevich, the ex-governor of Illinois. President Trump was the one who m

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Feb 11 2025POLITICS

Super Bowl 2023: Politics, Pop Culture, and Pork

A standing president has not stepped foot into a NFL's biggest game until 2023, and it was not for free. For instance, Carl’s Jr. have made the choice to bring back the good old days of racy content in its ads has got people talking. Some of them were super excited about the return of those

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Feb 11 2025SCIENCE

The Future of Medical Imaging: Making Magic with Mn-52

Imagine a special type of metal, Mn-52, that makes it easier to see details inside the body while scanning cancers. With a half-life of 5. 6 days, Mn-52 can stay active for a while, making it great for imaging. Separating Mn-52 safely is tricky, though. Researchers have found a way to use a particl

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