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Apr 28 2026HEALTH

Taking the Guesswork Out of Doctor Confidence in Treating Patients with Intellectual Disabilities

Doctors often feel uneasy when caring for adults with intellectual disabilities. That uncertainty can lead to rushed exams or missed problems, making healthcare harder for this group. A new study tackles the problem by creating a quick test—the SEC-ID—to check how confident doctors feel in these sit

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Apr 28 2026HEALTH

Why the sudden rush for estrogen patches isn't just about supply

The conversation around menopause has shifted dramatically. Women today aren’t just quietly enduring hot flashes or sleepless nights—they’re actively demanding solutions. This change reflects a broader cultural shift where health concerns, once kept private, are now openly discussed. Social media pl

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Apr 28 2026EDUCATION

Parents and teachers protest Lee County schools' budget choices

A big crowd is gathering outside Lee County schools' main office in Fort Myers this Wednesday evening. They're not happy about planned budget cuts and teacher job losses. The protest runs from 5:30 to 7:30 PM at 2855 Colonial Blvd. People are upset about losing teachers and programs they care about.

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Apr 28 2026EDUCATION

Two Decades of Irish Impact on Worldwide Anaesthesia Learning

Twenty years ago a small program in Ireland quietly began changing how doctors worldwide learn pain control during surgery. By focusing not just on giving the right doses of medicine but on safer practices in every step of care, the initiative pushed beyond traditional classroom teaching. Doctors wh

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Apr 28 2026CRIME

White House Shooter Had Long History of Extreme Views

The recent White House security breach reveals disturbing patterns about how personal grievances can escalate into violent acts. Investigators now understand that the suspect had been making alarming political statements for years. Family members described him as increasingly fixated on "fixing" per

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Apr 28 2026BUSINESS

CareMetx’s Big Move in Patient Services

A major player in patient services just got bigger by taking over part of a rival’s hub operations. CareMetx, known for its tech-driven approach, now owns Cencora’s U. S. patient consulting unit, which handled free drug distribution and support services. The deal gives CareMetx more muscle in handli

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Apr 28 2026ENVIRONMENT

Plane crash near Juba leaves 14 dead, weather likely to blame

A small plane went down Monday just outside South Sudan’s capital, Juba, killing everyone on board—13 passengers and the pilot. Early reports point to bad weather as the likely cause, since the flight was coming in from Yei through thick, low clouds that would have made flying tricky. Among the vict

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Apr 28 2026WEATHER

15 years on: How the 2011 Super Tornado Outbreak reshaped Alabama and storm safety

April 27, 2011 remains a date tied forever to destruction and heartbreak across Alabama and the southern United States. On that single day, 240 lives were lost in Alabama alone when a barrage of tornadoes tore through cities and rural areas alike. While the storms technically began two days earlier,

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Apr 28 2026WEATHER

Thunderstorms and Wind Risks: What to Expect in Southwest Michigan

The weather in southwest Michigan will get stormy later today, but don’t expect a major disaster. Storms forming to the south and west will drift into the region by late evening, bringing a small chance of strong winds and a very slight risk of a tornado. Most of Lower Michigan will stay dry, with t

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Apr 28 2026CRIME

When Online Tips Lead to Legal Trouble in Rochester

A Rochester man avoided prison time after a judge threw out most of the evidence in a case involving suspicious online activity. The investigation started when police received a tip that he was trying to meet minors online. Instead of charging him directly with child exploitation, authorities built

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