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Jun 17 2025HEALTH

The Heart's Mechanical Backup Plan

Heart failure is a big problem. It affects millions of people around the world. The heart struggles to pump blood properly. This makes life tough and shortens it. But there is hope. Total artificial hearts, or TAHs, are a big deal. They can really help people with severe heart failure. But for these

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Jun 17 2025HEALTH

Calcium's Role in Dialysis Safety

In the world of medical treatments, there are many ways to keep blood from clotting too quickly. One such method is regional citrate anticoagulation. This is often used during intermittent hemodialysis for patients who are at high risk of bleeding. The idea is to use citrate to stop blood from clott

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Jun 17 2025HEALTH

Vaccine Hesitancy in Schizophrenia Patients During the Pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on everyone, but some groups have faced unique challenges. One such group is people with schizophrenia. They have shown a lower rate of vaccination compared to the general public. This raises important questions about how the pandemic has affected thei

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Jun 17 2025HEALTH

Optic Nerve Changes: What Happens After OSA Surgery?

Sleep apnea is a serious condition that can harm the optic nerve. It does this by reducing the oxygen supply to the optic nerve. This can lead to a condition called glaucomatous optic neuropathy. This is a big deal because it can cause vision problems. But what happens to the optic nerve after surge

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Jun 17 2025HEALTH

Caring for the Soul: Lebanon's Palliative Care Workers Share Their Experiences

Lebanon is a country known for its mix of religions and strong faith. It is also known for its complex politics. This mix makes it a unique place to look at how palliative care workers help patients with serious illnesses. These workers focus on the spiritual needs of their patients. They help w

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Jun 17 2025POLITICS

Court Blocks Trump's Cuts to Key Health Research

A federal judge in Massachusetts has overturned a decision made by the Trump administration. This decision had led to the cancellation of numerous research grants. The grants were linked to topics such as diversity, gender identity, and vaccine hesitancy. The judge ruled that the administration's ac

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Jun 17 2025HEALTH

How Many Docs Are Too Many?

Blood pressure issues are a big deal. They can lead to serious health problems if not managed well. One key factor in managing high blood pressure is sticking to a plan. This plan usually involves changes in lifestyle and taking medicine regularly. A regular family doctor can help a lot with this. T

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Jun 17 2025BUSINESS

AMD's Stock Surges: What's Driving the Chipmaker's Success?

The stock market saw a significant move on a recent Monday. Advanced Micro Devices, or AMD, saw its shares jump by nearly 10%, making it the top performer on the S&P 500 index for the day. This surge came after a big event hosted by AMD. The event was all about artificial intelligence, or AI, and it

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Jun 17 2025POLITICS

New Travel Restrictions: 36 Countries on the Chopping Block

The United States is looking to expand its travel ban. This time, up to 36 more countries could be added to the list. These countries are mostly in Africa, Central Asia, the Caribbean, and a few Pacific Islands. The U. S. has some serious concerns about these places. They think these countries don't

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Jun 17 2025HEALTH

A Second Death Shakes Duchenne Community

The Duchenne muscular dystrophy community is in turmoil. The death of a second teenager from liver failure has sparked fear and anger. The teenager died after receiving a gene therapy called Elevidys. This therapy is from a company called Sarepta Therapeutics. The teenager's death has left famil

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