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Jul 10 2025EDUCATION

Fun Learning: How Games Help Nursing Students

Nursing school can be tough. Students often feel stressed and find it hard to stay motivated. But what if playing games could make learning easier and more enjoyable? A recent study suggests that adding game-like features to lessons can make a big difference. The study involved 163 third-year nursi

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Jul 10 2025HEALTH

Internet Access and Diabetes: A County-Level Look

In 2021, a study dug into how internet access at home might be linked to diabetes rates across US counties. The idea was to see if having more people online could mean fewer diabetes cases, even when other factors like income and education are considered. The study looked at data from over 3, 000 c

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Jul 10 2025HEALTH

What Makes People Choose COVID-19 Vaccines?

The COVID-19 pandemic changed how we think about vaccines. Now, researchers are using a method called discrete choice experiments to figure out what makes people pick one vaccine over another. This review looks at many studies that used this method to understand what influences people's decisions ab

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Jul 10 2025HEALTH

Pneumonia's Hidden Toll: Why Older Adults in France Are at Risk

Pneumococcal disease (PD) is a serious issue in France, especially for adults with other health problems or those over 65. A recent study looked at data from 2015 to 2018 to understand how big this problem is. The study found that out of nearly 8 million adults with other health issues, about 122 o

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Jul 10 2025HEALTH

Did Online Surveys Really Know Who Would Get the COVID-19 Vaccine?

People were unsure about getting the COVID-19 vaccine. This made it hard to plan and use resources well. A study looked at how well online surveys could predict who would actually get the vaccine. They asked over 5, 000 people from 13 countries if they planned to get vaccinated. Later, they checked

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Jul 09 2025EDUCATION

Teens, Friends, and Being True to Yourself Online

Teens often try out different versions of themselves with friends. This is normal. It's part of growing up. Friends play a big role in this. They help teens figure out who they are and who they want to be. A recent study wanted to see how teens feel when they chat online with friends they also know

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Jul 09 2025TECHNOLOGY

Samsung's Big Summer Tech Show: What's New and Why It Matters

Samsung is gearing up for its big summer tech event. This is where they usually show off their newest foldable phones and smartwatches. This year, they might introduce the Galaxy Z Fold 7, Galaxy Z Flip 7, and even a cheaper version of the Flip called the Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE. They also have the Galax

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Jul 09 2025HEALTH

Living with a Double Challenge: How Tafamidis Helps Those with Heart and Nerve Issues

Tafamidis is a medicine that helps people with a tricky heart condition called transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy, or ATTR-CM for short. This condition can also cause nerve problems, but not everyone with ATTR-CM gets both heart and nerve issues. However, those who do have both often struggle to f

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Jul 09 2025HEALTH

A Unique Medical Journey: Navigating Surgery Without Blood Transfusions

In a remarkable case, a 68-year-old patient, who follows the Jehovah's Witness faith, faced a tough health challenge. This person had a condition called chronic pulmonary thromboembolism, which means they had blood clots in their lungs. They also had other health issues, making their situation more

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Jul 09 2025POLITICS

A New Twist in Vaccine Policy: Politics Over Science

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , the US health secretary known for his strong anti-vaccine stance, recently made waves by replacing all 17 members of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP). This committee, which advises the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), has historically b

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