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Jan 05 2025HEALTH

Dupilumab’s Unusual Helping Hand for Ear Infections

Have you ever heard of an ear infection called eosinophilic otitis media (EOM)? It’s tough to treat, and it often goes hand in hand with conditions like eosinophilic chronic rhinosinusitis (ECRS) and asthma. These conditions are all caused by something called type 2 inflammations. Recently, a specia

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Jan 04 2025HEALTH

Philip Morris's Education Push: Harm Reduction or Hidden Agenda?

In the world of tobacco, Philip Morris International (PMI) has been quietly supporting educational courses for healthcare professionals. These courses, disguised as independent, focus on harm reduction, suggesting smokeless tobacco and e-cigarettes as safer alternatives to traditional smoking. But i

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Jan 03 2025SPORTS

Steph Curry's Historic Night: A Thumb Injury Can't Stop Him

Steph Curry, the Golden State Warriors' star player, made basketball history last night. He led his team to a big win over the Philadelphia 76ers, scoring 30 points, dishing out 10 assists, and grabbing 6 rebounds. Curry's performance was even more impressive because he did it with a sprained thumb!

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Dec 31 2024HEALTH

Syphilis on the Rise in Military Pregnancies

From 2012 to 2022, the number of pregnant women in the Military Health System (MHS) who had syphilis went up big time – by 233%! In 2012, there were 123 cases, which is about 66 out of every 100, 000 births. By 2022, that number jumped to 169 cases, or around 220 out of every 100, 000 births. But it

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Dec 31 2024BUSINESS

New York Mourns Loss of Versatile Leader Richard Parsons

Last week, New York bid farewell to Richard Parsons, a man known as one of the city's "wise men. " At 76, Parsons, born and raised in Brooklyn, was a multifaceted figure who touched various aspects of society. From basketball star at the University of Hawaii to law degree holder from Albany Law Scho

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Dec 30 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Bruce Willis' Twist as a Tricky Villain in This Crime Series

Imagine a crime story where the bad guy isn't just evil, but embodies a whole philosophy of power and control. That's what you get with Bruce Willis' character, Amato, in the thriller series "No Exit. " The show's title comes from a book by philosopher Jean-Paul Sartre, who said something like, "Oth

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Dec 30 2024SPORTS

Saquon Barkley's Historic Season: 2, 000 Yards and a Division Title

Philadelphia Eagles' star running back, Saquon Barkley, has made history by rushing for 2, 000 yards in a single season. This incredible feat was achieved during a crucial game against the Dallas Cowboys, where the Eagles clinched the NFC East division title with a decisive 41-7 victory. With the te

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Dec 30 2024HEALTH

The Stealthy Guest: Bacteria in Your Water

You might not realize it, but there are tiny creatures lurking in your tap water. Say hello to Legionella pneumophila, a crafty bacterium that can make your water a health risk. Unlike other harmful bacteria, Legionella takes its time. It grows slowly in both public and private water systems. Scient

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Dec 30 2024HEALTH

Underrated H2B Enzyme Boosts Cancer Cell Strength: A New Target for Immunotherapy

Ever wondered how cancer cells trick the immune system into turning a blind eye? Well, there's an enzyme called Deltex E3 ubiquitin ligase 2, or DTX2, that does just that in liver cancer. Scientists found out that this enzyme helps cancer cells in the liver attract certain immune cells called neutro

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Dec 28 2024SPORTS

De’Andre Hunter: From Philly Streets to NBA Stardom

Born in Philadelphia, basketball star De’Andre Hunter has a story that goes beyond the court. Growing up in the Lawncrest neighborhood of Northeast Philly, he showed early promise. By his junior year at Friends’ Central School, he was averaging 21. 6 points, 11 rebounds, and 5 assists per game, earn

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