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May 11 2026HEALTH

Nursing Workflows: Building a Stronger Future

Healthcare in Florida faces big problems that can’t be fixed by thanks alone. The state needs a steady stream of skilled workers, from nurses to assistants. Without enough people in the system, nurses get overworked and tired. A group called Dwyer Workforce Development is stepping in. Th

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May 11 2026HEALTH

Can a probiotic gel really help heal an alcohol-damaged stomach?

Heavy drinking doesn’t just affect the liver—it also messes with the stomach’s natural defenses. Over time, alcohol strips away the gut’s protective mucus layer, making ulcers more likely. Many stomach medicines don’t work well because they either get destroyed in digestion or cause side effects. Th

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May 10 2026HEALTH

Managing Hepatitis C in people with mental health or drug use challenges

Hepatitis C treatment has become easier in recent years thanks to new pills that can cure most patients. But for those coping with mental health conditions or drug use, these treatments come with extra risks. The study tracked 1, 620 adults with hepatitis C across Spain who took either a daily combo

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May 08 2026ENTERTAINMENT

New Cards Hit Hearthstone: Big Upgrades for Four Hero Classes

Hearthstone just dropped a fresh update that changes how players build decks around certain heroes. Instead of small tweaks, this patch focuses on four classes at once—Druid, Hunter, Paladin, and Mage—giving each one a whole new set of powerful cards. These big updates arrive three times a year, mea

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May 08 2026HEALTH

Tracking a Silent Threat After a Cruise Ship Outbreak

Health teams across multiple countries are racing to find passengers who left a cruise ship before anyone realized it carried a deadly hantavirus. The first death linked to the virus happened in early May, but officials now suspect the infection may have started much earlier. One key clue points to

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May 07 2026HEALTH

Measles cases rise in Pennsylvania as health experts push for vaccination

Health teams in Pennsylvania are tracking a measles outbreak that started in Lebanon County, where 11 people have tested positive so far. Most of those infected hadn’t received their shots. Three people ended up in the hospital, though all have recovered now and no one is currently spreading the vir

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May 01 2026HEALTH

Doctors Push for More Thoughtful Stopping of Psychiatric Drugs

Health officials are looking at how medicines for mental health are used, and a group of well‑known doctors is offering new advice on how patients can safely quit them. They point out that sometimes doctors leave people on drugs longer than needed, or when the medicines no longer help. The doctors

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Apr 29 2026HEALTH

Managing swelling risks: new hope for rare disease patients

Hereditary angioedema, or HAE, is a genetic condition that causes sudden, painful swelling under the skin or in the lining of the body's organs. These unpredictable flare-ups can block airways or cause severe stomach pain, making everyday activities dangerous. Scientists used to struggle to keep the

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Apr 29 2026WEATHER

Severe storms hit Mineral Wells, Texas, causing injuries and damage

Heavy storms swept through Palo Pinto County, about 90 miles from Dallas, leaving a trail of injuries and destruction in Mineral Wells. Emergency teams rushed to the scene after reports of people hurt and buildings damaged. The exact number of injuries and how bad they are remains unclear for now.

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Apr 26 2026POLITICS

Republicans Shift Midterm Tactics, Waving Trump but Focusing on Local Issues

Republicans are reshaping their midterm game plan. They want to use President Trump’s name as a rallying point, yet avoid turning every race into a vote for him. The idea is to lean on his ability to bring voters out while keeping campaigns centered on everyday concerns like taxes and inflation.

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