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Dec 15 2024HEALTH

How the Brain's Hypothalamus and Brainstem Work Together to Manage Energy

Ever wondered how your body maintains its weight? It's all thanks to the brain's homeostatic and hedonic systems. These systems are like a finely tuned orchestra, with the hypothalamus as the conductor. The hypothalamus is well-known for its role in keeping your energy balance in check. But did you

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Dec 13 2024HEALTH

Tracking Kids' Health: A Fun and Informative Way

Health monitoring systems have been around for some time, but creating one tailored for school kids is a unique challenge. Researchers are on the hunt for the best methods to keep tabs on students' health from a young age. They've toyed with various plans and technologies to check in on students. Th

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Dec 13 2024SCIENCE

Mirror Microbes: A New Kind of Bug to Worry About

Imagine tiny creatures that can slip past our natural defenses as if they weren't even there. These aren't any ordinary bacteria—they're made of mirrored molecules, crafted by scientists themselves. While they're not naturally found, these mirror microbes could pose a significant threat if they ever

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Dec 13 2024HEALTH

Personalizing Colon Cancer Checks: A New Approach

Currently, colonoscopy intervals in the US are set based only on the presence of adenomas or pre-cancerous polyps. But what if we could make these intervals more personalized? Researchers explored a new model that considers demographic factors, environmental influences, and genetic risks to tailor c

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Dec 10 2024HEALTH

Watching and Waiting: A New Way to Handle Low-Risk Thyroid Cancer in Korea

In Korea, doctors are exploring a new way to manage low-risk thyroid cancer. Instead of rushing into surgery, they're considering an approach called active surveillance (AS). This means keeping a close eye on the cancer without immediate surgery. But not all doctors are ready to embrace this idea. A

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Dec 08 2024TECHNOLOGY

NATO's Plan for Robo-Boats: Protection in Telecom-Critical Waters

Imagine having a group of friendly robots patrolling the oceans to keep important underwater cables safe. This is what NATO is planning! These aren't just any robots; they're unmanned surface vessels (USVs) designed to watch over crucial naval zones. Think of them like security cameras on streets, b

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Dec 08 2024HEALTH

Bouncing Back to Better Balance: How Trampoline Exercise Helps Overweight Females

Did you know that simple bouncing on a trampoline can make a big difference? For females with extra weight, maintaining balance and sharp thinking can be tough. But a recent study showed that rebound exercise, like trampolining, can help improve both. This study was done at Evangel University i

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Dec 07 2024CRIME

Unraveling the Mystery: A Killer's Path through New York

Investigators are piecing together a timeline of events surrounding the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in Manhattan. The NYPD has been analyzing surveillance footage to track the suspect's movements before and after the shooting. The suspect started their journey on Sunday, November 2

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Dec 05 2024CRIME

Cops Share Clear Pic of Person Wanted in CEO Shooting

New York City police have shared clear surveillance images of someone they want to talk to about the murder of UnitedHealthcare's CEO, Brian Thompson. The photos, taken from security cameras, show most of the person's face. This happened right before Thompson was shot and killed early Wednesday morn

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Dec 02 2024HEALTH

Exploring Public Spots as Early Warning for COVID Outbreaks

Imagine this: instead of relying only on hospitals and labs to spot disease trends, we could use places like restaurants, stores, and churches as early detectors. These spots, called Points of Interest (POIs), are where people meet and mingle, making them hotspots for catching and spreading illnesse

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