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Feb 21 2025HEALTH

Nurses in Training: Tackling Stigma Against Substance Abuse

In the United States, one in six people grapples with substance use disorder (SUD). Nursing schools might not be doing enough to prepare future nurses for this reality. Why is that? Well, there's a big problem called stigma. It's a harsh judgment that can make people feel ashamed or discriminated ag

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Feb 20 2025CELEBRITIES

Craig Retreats from DC's 'Sgt. Rock'

Daniel Craig has decided to step away from a potential role in a new DC Comics film. The movie, "Sgt. Rock, " is being directed by Luca Guadagnino and written by Justin Kuritzkes. The character of Sgt. Rock is not your typical superhero. He is a non-commissioned officer in the U. S. army who leads h

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Feb 20 2025SCIENCE

Plants' Light Absorption and Photosynthesis: A New Perspective

Plants need light for photosynthesis, which is the process that turns light into energy. The amount of light a plant can absorb depends on how much chlorophyll (Chl) it has. Chlorophyll is like the plant's solar panel, and the more it has, the more light it can absorb. This light absorption is cruci

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Feb 20 2025HEALTH

Smoking and Pregnancy: What About Heated Tobacco?

Pregnancy is a delicate time, and anything that could harm the baby is a big concern. One major issue is placental abruption, or PA, where the placenta separates from the uterus before delivery. This can be very dangerous for both the mother and the baby. Smoking during pregnancy has long been known

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Feb 20 2025EDUCATION

AI in the Classroom: What Do Medical Students and Teachers Really Think?

ChatGPT is a big deal in the world of artificial intelligence. It's a tool that can understand and generate human-like text, which makes it super useful for teaching and learning. But what do medical students and teachers in Saudi Arabia think about using ChatGPT in their classrooms? Not much is kno

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Feb 20 2025EDUCATION

Wisconsin's Education Showdown: Two Candidates Face Off

Wisconsin's upcoming April election is shaping up to be a big deal for the state's education system. Two candidates have emerged from the primary election, each with their own vision for the future of education in Wisconsin. Jill Underly, the current leader of the Department of Public Instruction,

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Feb 20 2025EDUCATION

Practice Makes Perfect: Teaching Vets a Crucial Cow Care Skill

When a cow gives birth, things can go wrong. One serious problem is uterine prolapse, where the uterus comes out of the cow's body. This can cause major issues like tissue damage, infections, and even death if not treated. Traditionally, teaching veterinary students to fix this problem has relied on

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Feb 20 2025EDUCATION

Building the Future: UW-La Crosse's Science Center Expansion

UW-La Crosse's new chancellor, James Beeby, recently held his first community forum. A big topic was the need for more money to finish the Prairie Springs Science Center. The project is huge, costing $92. 8 million. The first part is done, but the second phase involves tearing down Cowley Hall, whic

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Feb 20 2025HEALTH

The Fix: Screws vs. Pins for Broken Knuckles

Metacarpal neck fractures are common injuries, especially among young, active individuals. These breaks often occur during sports, fights, or accidents. When these fractures need surgery, doctors have two main options: retrograde intramedullary screw (IMS) fixation and closed reduction percutaneous

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Feb 20 2025POLITICS

Trump's Trade War Expands: New Tariffs on Cars, Drugs, and Chips

Trump recently hinted at a major escalation in the trade war. He suggested that the U. S. might slap a 25% tariff on cars, pharmaceuticals, and semiconductors. This could potentially go even higher over the next year. The tariffs could start as early as April 2, but Trump didn't specify which countr

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