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Jan 14 2026HEALTH

Heart Health Tech: Why Women Are Left Out

Heart problems in women often go unnoticed. Doctors and tools designed to help don't always consider the unique needs of women. This is a big issue because heart disease shows up differently in women than in men. Yet, many digital health tools, like apps and wearables, don't account for these differ

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Jan 04 2026HEALTH

What Do Palestinians Know About Kidney Stones?

A recent study shed light on how much Palestinian adults understand about kidney stones. The findings were not great. Many people don't know much about what causes these painful stones or how to avoid them. This lack of knowledge is a big problem. Kidney stones are tiny, hard deposits that form in

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Dec 20 2025ENVIRONMENT

Kenya's Fishy Export Numbers: A Closer Look

Kenya's trade in ornamental fish is facing some serious issues. A recent report by TRAFFIC has uncovered big differences between what Kenya says it exports and what other countries say they import. This isn't just about numbers; it's about money, the environment, and how well the country is managing

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Dec 19 2025HEALTH

Dental Care Discrepancies: How Saudi Dentists Handle Tooth Pulp Treatments

In Saudi Arabia, dentists have different ways of treating tooth pulp, even though there are modern tools and materials available. This treatment, called vital pulp therapy (VPT), is supposed to save the pulp inside the tooth when it's damaged by decay or injury. But the way dentists do this can vary

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Dec 16 2025EDUCATION

Unlocking Reading Potential: How Charleston Schools Are Closing the Literacy Gap

In Charleston County, a new teaching method is making waves. Orton-Gillingham, a structured, multisensory approach to literacy, is helping students who struggled with reading. This method is not just for kids with dyslexia. It benefits all learners by focusing on phonics and how letters and sounds c

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Dec 12 2025TECHNOLOGY

NATO's Space Weakness: Cybersecurity Risks in the Sky

NATO relies heavily on space assets for its missions and defense. These assets provide crucial data for operations and deterrence. However, there's a big problem: cybersecurity gaps in the supply chain that supports these space assets. The supply chain is mostly unregulated. This makes it easy for

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Nov 10 2025HEALTH

Unraveling Muscle Mysteries in Cerebral Palsy

Cerebral palsy, a condition affecting movement and posture, often leads to changes in muscles over time. These changes happen at a tiny level, where muscle fibers and their tiny structures don't work as they should. Scientists have been studying these changes, but it's not easy. Different studies us

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Aug 11 2025HEALTH

Mind Matters: Why Many in Bangladesh Skip Mental Health Help

In Bangladesh, many adults face mental health issues but do not seek treatment. This leaves a big gap in care. A recent study looked into why this happens. It found that several factors play a role in whether someone gets help or not. First, people might not know where to go for help. Mental health

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Jul 03 2025HEALTH

What's the Deal with Vet Care in Austria?

In Austria, there's a growing interest in alternative vet care, often called Complementary and Integrative Medicine (CIM). This approach combines traditional treatments with alternative methods to improve animal health. But how much is it really used in Austrian vet practices? A recent study took a

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Jun 04 2025EDUCATION

LGBTQ+ Students in Medical Schools: The Missing Pieces

There is a significant gap in understanding the experiences of LGBTQ+ individuals in medical education. This is a problem. It is important to know how these students feel about their schools. Why? Because it affects their learning and their future careers. It is not enough to just assume that e

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