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Jan 22 2025HEALTH

Understanding Shoulder Injuries: A New Way to Measure Glenoid Defects

Have you ever wondered how doctors measure shoulder injuries? Well, it's not easy! One of the main problems in shoulder instability cases is a bone defect in the glenoid area. This isn't just a minor bump; it can seriously impact surgery results. Experts have been using various methods based on 3D-

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Jan 21 2025HEALTH

The Hidden Battle: Tracking Ghana's Illicit Cigarettes

Illegal cigarettes are a big problem in Ghana, stealing a chunk of the market that ranges from 10% to 35%. This isn't just a local issue—it's a cross-border affair. The reasons behind this black market are varied, including porous borders, little political interest, confusing tobacco taxes, industry

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Jan 21 2025HEALTH

Doctors' Views on Threats: A Chinese Perspective

Have you ever considered how physicians in Chinese hospitals perceive the risks of patient aggression? It's a global issue, with healthcare professionals facing violence from patients and their relatives. While several risk factors are known, we don’t really understand which ones Chinese physicians

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Jan 20 2025WEATHER

Houston Airports Brace for Winter Storm: Flights Halted for Safety

In Texas, three major airports near Houston are set to close for a day due to harsh winter weather. Houston Airports, which manages these airports, announced that all flights will be suspended from midnight on January 21. This decision is made to ensure safety with hazardous road conditions expected

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Jan 20 2025HEALTH

St. Cloud's Meal Delivery: A Chilly Pause

St. Cloud’s local hospital has stopped its Home Delivered Meals Program for a bit due to the cold snap. Why? Freezing temperatures can cause health problems like hypothermia and frostbite. It’s not just about keeping the food warm, but also keeping people safe. This break started on January 20, 2025

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Jan 19 2025HEALTH

Poultry Shutdown in Georgia: The Bird Flu Arrives in Commercial Farms

In a significant blow to Georgia's poultry industry, state officials have temporarily halted all poultry activities after bird flu was found in a commercial operation. The discovery in Elbert County, confirmed by both the Georgia Department of Agriculture and the US Department of Agriculture, is the

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Jan 19 2025HEALTH

Keeping MRI Safe in Asia-Oceania: A 10-Step Plan

Magnetic Resonance Imaging, or MRI, is an essential tool in healthcare around the world. But in the diverse landscapes of Asia and Oceania, ensuring its safe use is a big challenge. Why? Because there's no one-size-fits-all solution. Every country and clinic has its unique needs and issues. That's w

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Jan 19 2025HEALTH

How Skin Conditions Affect Daily Life: A Look at Quality of Life from Patients' Perspectives

Imagine you're living with a skin condition like atopic dermatitis, hidradenitis suppurativa, pemphigus, or psoriasis. How does it affect your daily life? Researchers recently explored this question by comparing how patients with these conditions rate their health-related quality of life (HRQoL). Th

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Jan 18 2025HEALTH

Healthy Eating for All: Meet Universal Meals!

Ever wondered why it's so tough to find healthy food in places like offices, schools, or nursing homes? Well, it turns out that these institutions often can't keep up with the diverse dietary needs of people today. Between allergies, religious rules, and personal preferences, it's a real challenge!

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Jan 17 2025POLITICS

'Metal Spikes vs. Farebeaters: A City's Struggle'

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) has recently introduced a peculiar new measure to tackle farebeating. At the 59th Street/Lexington station, they've installed spiked metal railings on turnstiles. The design is straight out of a sci-fi movie, but the real-life effectiveness is question

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