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Mar 16 2025HEALTH

LGBTQI+ Inclusion in Medical Training

Medical training is a crucial step in shaping future doctors. It's where they learn not just the science, but also the art of caring for patients. One big challenge in this training is making sure that doctors understand and respect the needs of the LGBTQI+ community. This isn't just about knowing m

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Mar 16 2025HEALTH

Prostate Cancer Treatment: The Importance of Quality Assurance

Prostate cancer treatment has seen significant advancements, with prostate brachytherapy emerging as a key method. This procedure uses ultrasound to precisely place radioactive seeds into the prostate. The success of this treatment heavily relies on the accuracy of the ultrasound equipment. This is

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Mar 16 2025HEALTH

Zapping Viruses: UV Light vs. Hepatitis A in Everyday Liquids

Hepatitis A virus is a tough customer. It can survive in various liquids, making it a challenge to eradicate. Researchers wanted to see how well two types of UV light could knock it out. They tested UV-C light at 254 nanometers and a newer UV-C LED light at 279 nanometers. The goal was to find out h

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Mar 15 2025HEALTH

A Mother's Life Saved by a Smartphone Ultrasound

Loeys-Dietz syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that affects the body's connective tissues, making patients prone to aortic aneurysms and dissections. This condition can be life-threatening, as it was for Sara Adair. She knew the risks because her father and sister had also been diagnosed with it. D

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Mar 15 2025HEALTH

Diabetic Foot Care: A Team Effort That Saves Lives

Diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) and lower extremity amputations (LEAs) are serious issues. They can lower the quality of life and even threaten survival. They also cost a lot of money for healthcare and the economy. Guidelines suggest using a team approach, but not much is said about how cost-effective

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Mar 15 2025TECHNOLOGY

Mastering Movement: Smart Control for Robotic Arms

Robotic arms, or six-degree-of-freedom (DOF) parallel mechanisms, face big challenges. These challenges include internal uncertainties, external disturbances, and interference between actuators. To tackle these issues, researchers developed a clever control strategy. This strategy combines third-ord

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Mar 15 2025HEALTH

Nerve Echoes: Seeing Ataxia-Telangiectasia Through Sound Waves

Ataxia-Telangiectasia, or A-T, is a tricky genetic condition that affects many parts of the body. It can cause problems like poor coordination, blood vessel issues, and even nerve damage. It can also weaken the immune system, cause lung issues, and increase the risk of cancer. This can make life s

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Mar 15 2025TECHNOLOGY

Samsung's New Camera Trick: Variable Aperture

Samsung has a reputation for introducing innovative features and then dropping them. This time, the Galaxy S26 Ultra might bring back a familiar feature: variable aperture. The camera on the Galaxy S26 Ultra could have a variable aperture, according to a tipster. This feature is already available on

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Mar 15 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Snow White's Big Premiere Problem

Disney's latest live-action movie, Snow White, is facing some serious issues. The studio has decided to cancel the usual big red-carpet premiere. This is a big deal because usually, a lot of media outlets and fans would be there to interview the stars and create buzz. But this time, Disney is keepin

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Mar 15 2025HEALTH

Shortening Spines: Kids vs. Adults in Medical Procedures

Spinal column shortening is a new way to treat a condition called secondary tethered cord syndrome. This condition happens when the spinal cord gets stuck and can't move properly. Doctors have been using this method on adults for a while. But recently, they've started using it on kids too. This is a

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