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Mar 22 2025HEALTH

Brain Surgery and Brain Shrinkage: A Look at Moyamoya Patients

Moyamoya disease is a tricky condition. It causes blood vessels in the brain to narrow. This leads to a lack of blood flow, which can cause brain tissue to shrink over time. When this happens, people can experience problems with thinking and memory. This is known as cognitive decline. It is a progre

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Mar 22 2025SCIENCE

A Smart Bandage for Faster Healing

Healing wounds can be tricky. The environment plays a big role in how quickly a wound gets better. Too much sun can cause problems. High temperatures and UV rays can stress the wound, cause swelling, and even burn the skin. On the other hand, if the wound is too cold, it can slow down healing by aff

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Mar 22 2025HEALTH

The Shift in Epilepsy Surgery: A New Approach

Surgery is often the go-to solution for people with epilepsy that doesn't respond to medication. For a long time, doctors have been removing a part of the brain called the anterior temporal lobe to control seizures. This method, known as anterior temporal lobectomy, has been quite effective. However

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Mar 22 2025HEALTH

Kids and Brain Tumors: A Fresh Take on Treatment

Brain tumors in children are not common. These growths can pop up in the brain's ventricles. They are known as choroid plexus tumors. Dealing with these tumors in kids can be challenging. But there is a new method that is gaining attention. It is called purely neuroendoscopic removal. This method us

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Mar 22 2025LIFESTYLE

Keeping Kids Grounded in a World of Wealth

A well-known actor is taking a unique approach to raising his four sons. He is making sure they do not grow up with a sense of entitlement. They do not own expensive sneakers or designer clothes. This is not because he cannot afford them, but because he wants his kids to value character over materia

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Mar 22 2025BUSINESS

How Tech and Support Boosted Canadian Leaders During COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic was a major test for leaders across Canada. It wasn't just about keeping the business running. It was about keeping the employees feeling safe and secure. The way leaders handled this crisis was crucial. They had to adapt quickly. They had to be creative. They had to be p

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Mar 21 2025ENVIRONMENT

Kilauea's Spectacular Show: Lava Fountains Light Up Hawaii

Hawaii's Kilauea volcano has been putting on quite the show. It started on December 23rd, 2024. It's been a busy time for the volcano. It has stopped and started more than a dozen times since then. The shortest show lasted just 13 hours. The longest one went on for eight whole days. Each time

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Mar 21 2025POLITICS

A President's Unusual Quest to Shrink Education

The White House was buzzing with anticipation. The East Room was filled with a mix of young students, conservative activists, social media influencers, and six governors from various states. They had all gathered to witness a significant event: the signing of an executive order aimed at drastically

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Mar 21 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Mark's Crossroads: Love, Loss, and a New Path

In the intense season finale of "Severance, " Mark finds himself at a crucial turning point. After navigating through the treacherous Testing Floor of Lumon, he successfully rescues his wife, Gemma. However, his journey doesn't end with her rescue. Mark's inner self, known as Innie Mark, has develop

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Mar 21 2025HEALTH

Measles on the Move: A Traveler's Wake-Up Call

Measles, one of the most contagious diseases, has put Washington Dulles International Airport on high alert. Two travelers returning from overseas tested positive for measles after spending time at the airport's baggage claim on March 5. One group was at Concourse A between 8 am and 12:30 pm, while

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