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Mar 21 2025HEALTH

Pharmacies Skirt FDA Rules to Keep Selling Popular Drugs

The FDA recently declared that compounding pharmacies should stop making knockoff versions of popular weight-loss and diabetes drugs, such as Zepbound and Mounjaro. However, many online pharmacies are still advertising these drugs, despite the FDA's ban. This is because some pharmacies are finding l

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Mar 21 2025HEALTH

Measles Surge in Texas: A Wake-Up Call for Vaccination

Measles is making a comeback in Texas, with 309 cases reported in just two months. This number has already surpassed the total cases reported across the entire United States last year. The majority of these cases are among individuals who have not been vaccinated or whose vaccination status is unkno

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Mar 21 2025HEALTH

Weekends and Heart Health: A New Look at Exercise Patterns

The way people move has changed a lot in recent times. This shift has put a spotlight on how physical activity affects health. Sitting around too much is bad news for the heart. It can lead to atherosclerosis, a big player in heart disease. This condition is influenced by many things, including how

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Mar 21 2025HEALTH

A Family's Tragic Choice: Measles and Vaccination

In a remote part of Texas, a family's beliefs led to a tragic outcome. A 6-year-old girl from a Mennonite community in Gaines County died from measles. Her parents, who chose not to vaccinate her, spoke to an anti-vaccine group. They shared their views on vaccination and their daughter's battle with

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Mar 21 2025HEALTH

Nurses' Advanced Life Support Skills in Spain: What's the Score?

A recent study took a close look at the advanced life support know-how of general nurses across Spain. The goal was to figure out where they stand and what factors might be influencing their level of expertise. The study also aimed to pinpoint any gaps in their knowledge. The study was comprehensiv

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Mar 21 2025HEALTH

The Rise of No and Low Alcohol Drinks in Britain

The UK government is setting a goal to cut down on alcohol use by 2025. One big step in this direction is making more no and low alcohol (no/lo) drinks available. This shift is not just about health but also about changing consumer habits. The availability of these drinks has been growing steadily.

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Mar 21 2025HEALTH

Smoke-Free Laws in Action: A Closer Look at Xining

Xining, a bustling city in Western China, has taken a significant step towards public health by introducing smoke-free regulations. These rules are part of a broader effort to create healthier environments in public spaces. However, the success of these regulations depends heavily on how well they a

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Mar 21 2025TECHNOLOGY

Minds to Fashion: How Brain Waves Inspire Art

Wearable tech is taking a leap forward. It is now possible to turn thoughts into art. Brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) are stepping out of labs and into the world of art. These interfaces read brain signals and turn them into visual and physical expressions. Two cool projects show how this works.

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Mar 21 2025CRIME

Tesla Targets: When Protests Turn Violent

The Department of Justice has recently taken action against three individuals accused of violent acts against Tesla properties across the United States. These incidents involved Molotov cocktails, gunfire, and vandalism at Tesla showrooms, charging stations, and cars. The accused face serious charge

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Mar 21 2025POLITICS

The CIA's Power Play: Kennedy's Secret Memo Sparks Old Debates

The CIA's influence was a hot topic in 1961, especially after the Bay of Pigs invasion failed. A close advisor to President Kennedy, Arthur Schlesinger Jr. , saw the CIA's power growing too large. He suggested that the State Department should take over all secret operations. He even proposed splitti

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