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Jul 09 2025TECHNOLOGY

Why Do Seniors in Taiwan Want Smartwatches?

Older adults in Taiwan are showing interest in smartwatches for health management. A recent study looked into what makes them want to buy these devices. The study found that seniors care about how well the smartwatch works, how easy it is to use, what others think, and if they have help when needed.

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Jul 09 2025HEALTH

Colorful Journeys: How Young People of Color Navigate Life as LGBTQ+

Young people who are both LGBTQ+ and people of color face a lot of unique challenges. These challenges can affect their mental health, but they are often overlooked in research. A recent study tried to understand their experiences better. The study involved 24 Black and Latinx LGBTQ+ young people.

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Jul 09 2025HEALTH

Ultrasound: A New Hope for Spotting Superficial Endometriosis

Endometriosis is a tricky condition to diagnose. For a long time, doctors relied on a procedure called laparoscopy to spot endometriotic lesions directly. This involved surgery, which is invasive and not always necessary. Recently, guidelines have started to favor non-invasive imaging techniques, li

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Jul 09 2025ENVIRONMENT

Talking Across Borders: How Online Chats Can Boost Nature Protection

People from Taiwan and Japan recently had online chats about protecting nature and how regular folks can help. The goal was to see if talking across cultures could make them think more deeply about their own beliefs and how they affect the environment. The chats did more than just share ideas. They

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Jul 09 2025HEALTH

Unraveling a Rare Gastrointestinal Mystery

Meckel's Diverticulum is a condition that affects a small percentage of people, roughly between 0. 3% and 2. 9%. It's a congenital defect that can sometimes lead to painless lower gastrointestinal bleeding. While this is a common issue in children, it's quite rare in adults. The reason? Adults have

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Jul 09 2025SCIENCE

Life After Life: What Near-Death Tales Tell Us

People from all corners of the globe and throughout time have shared stories of near-death experiences (NDEs). These tales are not all the same. Some are quite different. Yet, many have common threads. This makes people wonder: Do these experiences hint at life after death, or are they just tricks o

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Jul 09 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Holiday Magic at EPCOT: A Global Celebration

EPCOT's International Festival of the Holidays is back for 2025, promising a mix of festive fun and cultural experiences. Starting right after Thanksgiving, November 28, and running through December 30, this festival is a must-visit for anyone looking to celebrate the season in style. One of the hi

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Jul 08 2025SPORTS

The NBA's Big Trade Puzzle: How Teams Pull Off Complex Deals

The NBA recently saw a massive seven-team trade, and it wasn't just luck. It was a carefully planned puzzle. Teams often combine smaller deals to create bigger ones. This is because the rules allow them to move more money around in one big trade than in several small ones. For example, the Memphis

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Jul 08 2025HEALTH

Older Adults and Surgery: The Hidden Risk of Confusion

When older adults have surgery that isn't related to the heart, there's a chance they might get confused afterwards. This isn't just a small issue. It can lead to bigger problems and make their stay in the hospital longer. What's more, different hospitals see this happening at different rates. This

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Jul 08 2025HEALTH

Checking Up: Why Second Scans Matter for Liver and Spleen Injuries

Doctors often treat liver and spleen injuries with care. These organs are soft and can be easily damaged in accidents. Sometimes, problems show up later. A recent study looked at whether checking these organs again with scans helps find issues that can be fixed. The study focused on moderate to sev

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