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Feb 05 2025HEALTH

What's the Damage? How Bad Calcification Makes Coronary Stenting Tricky

Imagine a heart clogged with cholesterol buildup, that is what doctors need to navigate. Now, think of a tougher scene, where calcium deposits bulge out like stones in the middle of the path. These are called calcified nodules, a specific kind of plaque that can mess things up when doctors try to

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Feb 05 2025HEALTH

Boosting Pregnancy Weight Gain with Meds

Pregnancy can be tough, and not gaining enough weight can cause problems for both mom and baby. In Malawi, from 2003 to 2006, researchers wanted to see if giving pregnant women certain medicines could help them gain more weight and reduce anemia. The study focused on women who were in their second

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Feb 04 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Buffy's Back: A Fresh Chance to Kick Vampire Butt

Twenty odd years have passed. Fans are buzzing with excitement and already asking questions. One question stands out. How do you keep the magic of a TV show that was made long ago, and keep fans happy and looking into it? Watching a new take on this series would be a big deal. It could b

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Feb 04 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Simplifying Time Travel: Unraveling Sci-Fi Movie Mysteries

Sci-fi movies often have a tough time explaining time travel. The rules are frequently made up as they go along. They either take too long to explain, or they don't explain enough, leaving viewers confused and frustrated. But some movies do a great job of keeping time travel simple. This al

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Feb 04 2025HEALTH

Metformin: A Potential Guardian Against Steroid Side Effects

Imagine you are tackling an illness that requires you to take steroids. These steroids are strong fighters against inflammation, but they can also cause problems. Metformin, a well-known diabetes medication, might just be the superhero we need to protect us from these side effects. Typically, it is

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Feb 04 2025CELEBRITIES

Mixed Messages: Prince Andrew's Secret Emails Unveiled

Prince Andrew, the infamous figure, actually kept in touch with Jeffrey Epstein. Things get complicated here. In late February 2011, Andrew sent an email to Epstein. This email included the line, “Keep in close touch and we’ll play some more soon. " Notice the date. That’s two mon

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Feb 04 2025HEALTH

Brain Bug Busters: A New Hope for Detecting Infections

Infections of the central nervous system (CNS) are serious business. They can be deadly and often strike without warning. Doctors are always on the lookout for better ways to detect these infections early. Recently, there's been a lot of buzz about a substance called presepsin (sCD14) found in cereb

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Feb 04 2025HEALTH

How A Child's Health Changes When they Grow Up

You know how your parents always say, "You can change your life with healthy habits"? Did you know scientists have been studying this in children for years? They want to understand health markers in kids and how these markers transform as kids grow into teens. Not all countries share

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Feb 03 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Civilization 7: Is This Game Worth Your Time?

Playing video games on a handheld device can be a lot of fun. You can play them any time, anywhere. This is especially true when it comes to strategy games. Civilization 7 is no exception. It will be available on 11th February 2025. It's going to be available on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox

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Feb 03 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Grammy Night: Surprises and Wins

The 2023 Grammys had some major moments. Two standout performers, Beyoncé and Kendrick Lamar, stole the spotlight with multiple awards. Beyoncé, already a record holder with 34 wins, added to her trophy collection. The night was historic as she took the top prize of Album of the Year for the first

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