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Feb 12 2025LIFESTYLE

Unwrap The Love: Gift Ideas for Him This Valentine's Day

Valentine's Day is often seen as a day for women to receive gifts. But why not show the special man in your life some love as well? Forget the stereotypes, and make sure your guy feels appreciated. Think outside the box or stick to the classics. The key is to make sure your gift is though

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Feb 12 2025ENVIRONMENT

Seagrass Savior Squad: Can we Tranp The Plastic Problem?

Imagine if the ocean had a superpower against plastic, Seagrass does not look fancy, but it could be the ocean's best ally against our plastic problem. Microplastic pollution is a massive headache for our environment and it's expected to get even worse if left unchecked Microplastic pollution is a

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Feb 12 2025HEALTH

Zika Virus: A Global Health Check-Up

Zika, a virus carried by mosquitoes, is still out there. It doesn't show up in most people, but it can cause big problems for babies in the womb. The peak time for Zika was back in 2015-2016 in the Americas. Since that time, the number of cases has gone down worldwide. However, there are st

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Feb 11 2025HEALTH

What Do People Think About Measuring Progress in Functional Neurological Disorder?

Healthcare professionals, patients, and caregivers aren’t just interested in getting to know a person’s symptoms. They want to know how well treatments are working in the long term. This study delves into the opinions of patients with a type of condition called a functional neurological disorder (FN

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Feb 11 2025HEALTH

Measles Outbreak in West Texas

In a small county in West Texas, health officials have confirmed fifteen cases of measles, with most of them affecting school-aged kids. This particular county has one of the highest rates of vaccine exemptions in the state. This outbreak isn't the only one happening in the U. S. In 2024, there's be

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Feb 09 2025HEALTH

Legs in Peril: The Silent Struggle of Artery Health

Imagine your arteries winding through your legs. Now, picture them getting blocked, like a congested highway. This is what happens with Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD). Alright, so here's a big fact: 171 home care patients were checked over a year, and 31. 6% of them had PAD. get this, t

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Feb 09 2025HEALTH

Mealtimes and Kids with Autism

Imagine trying to enjoy a meal while dealing with challenges like picking up food or accepting different tastes and smells. For a child with autism, mealtimes can be tough. In some cases, it's not just a matter of picky eating. It can be a big deal. Many kids on the spectrum struggle with feeding.

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Feb 09 2025HEALTH

Boosting Patient Feedback: Making Healthcare Surveys Work for Everyone

Picture this: you're in a hospital or clinic, and you're asked to fill out a survey about your health. Easy, right? Not so much for everyone. Turns out, many people from diverse backgrounds and Indigenous communities find these surveys, called Patient Reported Outcomes (PROMs), a bit tricky to com

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Feb 08 2025HEALTH

Bird Flu Halts Live Markets in New York

New York state has made a bold move to protect its residents from bird flu. The state temporarily halted live bird markets in several counties after detecting seven cases of bird flu in poultry. This decision came after routine inspections revealed the virus in markets across Queens, Brookl

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Feb 07 2025WEATHER

Santonrini Shake-Up: Unusual Quakes Keep Rocking the Island

Santonrini, the popular Greek island, is experiencing the worst tremors. People are worried. Seismologists think that the biggest quake has yet to come. Nearby islands are also feeling the shakes. Santorini is no stranger to earthquakes because of its location near the Eurasian and African tectonic

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