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Mar 15 2025HEALTH

Putting Patients First: Does It Really Help with Substance Use Disorders?

Substance use disorders, or SUDs, are a big challenge. They affect millions of people worldwide. One approach to tackling this issue is patient-centered care, or PCC. This approach focuses on the patient's needs, preferences, and values. The idea is to make the patient feel more in control of their

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Mar 14 2025POLITICS

Amazon vs. FTC: A Confusing Back-and-Forth

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently found itself in a puzzling situation involving Amazon. Initially, the FTC claimed it couldn't pursue a case against Amazon due to significant budget and resource cuts. These cuts were part of a broader effort by the Department of Government Efficiency to r

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Mar 14 2025SPORTS

Sports in Chicago: A Green Beer Agenda

Chicago is buzzing with sports excitement as St. Patrick's Day celebrations kick off early. This year, the festivities start on Friday and wrap up on Monday, just in time for the Cubs' season opener in Japan on Tuesday. This means Chicagoans will have plenty to talk about during the Green Beer Agend

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Mar 08 2025SCIENCE

Mice with Human Livers: A New Way to Predict Drug Behavior

Imagine trying to figure out how a drug will behave in a human body. It's a tough job, right? Scientists often use lab tests and animal models to predict this, but these methods aren't always accurate, especially when it comes to drugs processed by an enzyme called uridine diphosphate-glucuronosyltr

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Feb 28 2025ENVIRONMENT

The Price of Progress: How Money and Pollution are Hurting Our Planet

Imagine this: every year, trillions of dollars are poured into industries that are slowly destroying the natural world. We're talking about agriculture, fossil fuels, forestry, infrastructure, fisheries and aquaculture, and mining. These sectors are not only receiving massive subsidies but also crea

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Feb 27 2025TECHNOLOGY

Alexa Gets a Makeover: Your New Digital Companion

Amazon has rolled out a new version of its voice assistant, Alexa. This time, it's infused with generative AI, making it more interactive and personal. The catch? It's not free anymore. Users will have to pay a monthly fee of $19. 99 for the upgraded version, dubbed Alexa+. But there's a twist: Prim

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Feb 27 2025TECHNOLOGY

Sports and News: Freebies and Fee Changes

Max has a lot going on with its sports and news content. Let's dive in. First off, Max has some good news for sports fans. The sports add-on, which was supposed to cost $10 a month, is staying free for now. This means that standard and premium subscribers can keep enjoying live sports without any e

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Feb 23 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Get Ready for 1923 Season 2: Your Guide to Streaming

Fans of the series 1923, the Yellowstone spinoff, are in for a treat. The second season is finally here, and you can watch it on Paramount Plus. The show follows the Dutton family as they face a harsh Montana winter and a relentless threat from Donald Whitfield, who wants to take over their ranch. T

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Feb 23 2025HEALTH

Unseen Scars: The Hidden Struggle of Catalan Teens

Sexual violence is a serious issue that affects many teenagers. It's not just a problem in faraway places; it's happening right here in Catalonia. Imagine being a teenager trying to navigate life, and suddenly, you're dealing with something as traumatic as sexual violence. It's a harsh reality that

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Feb 22 2025HEALTH

The Struggle for Mental Health and Substance Use Services

Mental health and substance use disorders often go hand in hand, making treatment more complex. People dealing with both issues face a tough challenge, especially when services for both aren't easily available. A recent study looked into where these combined services are located and what might be st

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