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Apr 18 2025SPORTS

Fueling Champions: The Timing Trick That Swimmers Miss

Swimmers train intensely, pushing their bodies to the limit. Because of this, they need more fuel to keep up and perform well. Nutritionists have specific guidelines on how much and what to eat. However, many athletes, especially female ones, often fall short of these goals. This might be due to dif

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Apr 18 2025HEALTH

Measles Returns: Michigan Faces First Outbreak in Years

Measles is back in Michigan. The state has seen its first outbreak since 2019. Health officials have confirmed seven cases so far this year. Three of these cases are in Montcalm County. This is a big deal because measles is highly contagious. One infected person can spread it to nine out of ten peop

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Apr 18 2025HEALTH

The Brain Boosting Power of Omega-3s in Pregnancy

Omega-3 fatty acids are crucial for the brain. They are not made by the body. They must be obtained from food or supplements. This is particularly important for expectant mothers. Their babies rely on these fats for brain growth and development. But do omega-3 supplements during pregnancy actua

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Apr 18 2025HEALTH

Measles on the Rise: Why Vaccination Matters More Than Ever

The measles virus is making a comeback in the U. S. This highly contagious disease is spreading rapidly, with over 700 cases reported in 2025 so far. This is more than double the number of cases seen in all of 2024. The outbreak has hit several states hard, with Texas reporting the most cases. Sadly

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Apr 18 2025HEALTH

The Skin and Blood Flow: Testing Air Mattresses

In the world of medical tech, there is a tool that is becoming more and more popular. It is the alternating pressure air mattress. These mattresses are designed to prevent pressure injuries, also known as bedsores. A recent investigation focused on how well these mattresses work by looking at skin r

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Apr 17 2025SCIENCE

Preserving Flavor and Safety in Pre-Made Meals

The food industry is always looking for ways to make ready-to-eat meals safer and tastier. One popular dish, tomato-stewed beef brisket, usually takes a lot of time to prepare. To make it quicker, companies often use high heat to kill germs. This process, however, can make the food taste worse over

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Apr 17 2025CRIME

Montgomery Township's New Traffic Cameras: A Mixed Bag of Success and Controversy

Montgomery Township has been using new traffic cameras for about a month now. These cameras are part of an automated red light enforcement system. This system is designed to catch drivers who run red lights. It has been quite busy, issuing over a thousand violations in just its first month. The came

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Apr 16 2025SCIENCE

How Seeds Can Boost Beef's Health Benefits

The idea of adding seeds to cattle feed is not new. It is known that seeds can change the fat content in beef. However, the impact of this change at different ages of the cattle has not been fully explored. A recent investigation looked into how feeding linseed to cattle affects their carcass tra

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Apr 16 2025HEALTH

Measles makes a comeback: Why is the U. S. struggling to stop it?

The U. S. is facing a serious measles problem. Experts are worried. They say the government needs to spend more money to fight it. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is having a hard time. They have less money and fewer people to help. The CDC is in charge of stopping dise

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Apr 16 2025HEALTH

Measles Outbreak: Mixed Signals and Missed Steps

Measles cases surged across the U. S. this winter, catching many off guard. Health professionals expected a prompt response from the nation's top health agency. Instead, they waited weeks for guidance on how to tackle the spreading illness. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention finally sent

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