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Jan 02 2025HEALTH

Schizophrenia Knowledge: A New Scale for Patients

Imagine trying to understand a complex disease like schizophrenia, but not having the right tools. That's what many patients face today. To change this, researchers have developed a new scale to measure how well people with schizophrenia understand their condition. This scale is important because it

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Jan 02 2025HEALTH

Doctors are Uniting to Gain a Voice

A decade-long doctor at Newton Medical Practice, Dr. Zoe Tseng, was shocked when she heard the clinic was closing. She and her colleagues were to be reassigned, while other staff were offered jobs elsewhere. Tseng felt powerless and worried about her patients. This experience sparked her decision to

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Jan 02 2025HEALTH

Why Stress Can Be Your Friend

Dr. Jonathan Leary, a well-known New York City wellness expert, has an unconventional message: stress isn't all bad. In fact, he believes it can boost performance and memory. Leary, who has celebrities like Kim Kardashian and Drake visiting his cold plunge sessions, thinks that a moderate amount of

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Jan 02 2025HEALTH

Using AI to Unravel Teeth Problems in 3D Scans

You know how dentists use special X-rays to see inside your mouth? It's called cone beam computed tomography (CBCT). When teeth are stuck or impacted, it can be tricky to see them clearly. Scientists recently tested four different smart computer tools, called deep learning methods, to see which one

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Jan 02 2025SCIENCE

Flexible Molecules Revolutionize Lanthanide Extraction

Nature often uses flexible structures to interact with specific molecules. Scientists have taken a cue from this strategy and developed a flexible ligand called octadecyl acyclopa (ODA). Unlike rigid structures, ODA can dynamically change its shape. This makes it an effective tool for separating lig

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Jan 02 2025SPORTS

Red Bull's Big Sponsorship Loss: What's Next?

Red Bull just lost a big chunk of cash. Bybit, a Singapore-based cryptocurrency exchange, was a major sponsor for Red Bull's F1 team. They had a three-year deal worth $150 million. But that's over now, and Red Bull's website has already taken down Bybit's name from their partners list. No renewal,

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Jan 02 2025HEALTH

Understanding PAH in Latin America: Insights from Doctors and Patients

Pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) is a serious heart and lung condition that affects people in Latin America. To get a better grasp of this disease, a survey was done with doctors and patients in the region. The survey aimed to understand the common signs, how patients are tested, the treatments

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Jan 01 2025SPORTS

Quarterback Brock Purdy's Season Likely Over Due to Elbow Injury

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy is expected to miss the final game of the 2024 season due to an elbow injury. Coach Kyle Shanahan revealed this during a Tuesday conference call. Purdy suffered the injury during a Monday night game against the Lions. An MRI was conducted to assess the dam

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Jan 01 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Disney Celebrates New Year with Dance and Character Appearances

As the new year began, Disney's Hollywood Studios was buzzing with excitement. Partygoers were treated to several live entertainment events. At Center Stage, a DJ-led dance party got everyone moving near Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway. Over at Pixar Plaza, another dance extravaganza took place wi

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Jan 01 2025CRIME

Life Behind Bars: 15 Death Row Inmates Get a Second Chance

In a surprising move, North Carolina's outgoing governor, Roy Cooper, made a significant change in 15 death row inmates' sentences. Instead of facing execution, these inmates will now spend the rest of their lives in prison without parole. This decision came after Cooper reviewed each case with care

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