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Dec 25 2024SCIENCE

Moving Forward with Space: Senate Bill for NASA’s Future

Imagine this: a Senate bill is on the table, directing NASA to shift its focus towards commercial space stations and to tackle cost overruns in science missions. This bill, introduced by Senators Maria Cantwell (D-Wash. ) and Ted Cruz (R-Texas), looks to speed up the development of commercial space

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Dec 25 2024HEALTH

Why Biliary Tract Cancer is Often Caught Late

Biliary tract cancer, or BTC, starts in the bile ducts inside the liver (intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma), the main ducts near the liver (extrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma), or the gallbladder (gallbladder cancer). Because symptoms are often vague and there are no routine screenings, most patients don

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Dec 25 2024HEALTH

Why Do Older People with HIV Join Exercise Trials?

You might think that exercising is the last thing on the mind of older people living with HIV. But did you know that less than half of these folks meet the recommended exercise levels? A recent study aimed to understand what drives older, sedentary people with HIV to join exercise trials. Researcher

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Dec 24 2024HEALTH

Exercises from the East: How Traditional Chinese Moves Help Manage Type 2 Diabetes

Did you know that integrating Traditional Chinese exercises into your routine might help manage Type 2 diabetes? A recent review of studies found that these exercises, which include Tai Chi and Qigong, can help improve blood sugar control in patients. These exercises are not just about physical move

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Dec 23 2024HEALTH

Helping Kids Stay Healthy: The Parental Touch

Have you ever wondered what’s the best way to help kids shed some pounds and stay healthy? Scientists have been digging deep to find out. They've checked out diets, games, and more. Guess what? Programs that get moms and dads involved and mix games with online tools seem to be tops. But when it come

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Dec 23 2024HEALTH

Predicting NPC Outcomes: A Fresh Look at EBV DNA and SII

Cancer remains a significant global health concern, with head and neck cancers, like nasopharyngeal carcinoma (NPC), being particularly common in East Asia. Scientists have long known that the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) DNA load and the systemic immune inflammation (SII) index can help predict how NPC

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Dec 22 2024HEALTH

Can Exercise Lift Teens from Depression?

Depression is becoming more common in young people between 13 and 17. It's crucial to find ways to help them that are as effective as, if not better than, traditional therapies or drugs. One approach that might work is getting them to exercise more. However, there's a lack of strong evidence showing

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Dec 22 2024HEALTH

Fueling Up for Long Workouts: How Carbs Keep You Going Strong

Ever wondered how to maintain your power during long workouts? A study found that consuming carbohydrates during prolonged exercise can help you keep up your performance, especially when switching from moderate to heavy intensity. Researchers wanted to see if carb loading during workouts would affec

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Dec 22 2024HEALTH

Food Charities and Corporations: A Closer Look at Their UK Relationships

Did you know that some food charities in the UK work with big food companies? While these companies claim to help tackle hunger, they are often the ones causing food insecurity. So, why are these relationships so complicated? Let's dive into that! Researchers have long debated these partnerships. T

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Dec 21 2024SCIENCE

How Adrenergic Receptors Influence Sweating During Exercise

Ever wondered how your body keeps you cool while you exercise? Scientists have been looking into how certain receptors, called α- and β-adrenergic receptors, help regulate sweating, especially when you're working out in the heat. They found that blocking these receptors can affect how much you sweat

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