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Mar 10 2025HEALTH

Sleep Apnea: The Battle of the Mouth Guards

Obstructive sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder that can be treated with mandibular advancement devices (MADs). These devices work by pushing the lower jaw forward during sleep, which helps keep the airway open. There are different types of MADs, and they can be customized or ready-made. They can

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Mar 10 2025SCIENCE

Supercharging Cancer Fighters: A New Way to Grow NK Cells

Scientists are always looking for new ways to fight cancer. One promising approach is using natural killer (NK) cells, which are part of our immune system. These cells can be taken from cord blood and grown in a lab. This process is called ex vivo expansion. The big challenge is finding a simple and

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Mar 10 2025HEALTH

Early Mistreatment and Motherly Neglect: The Science Behind It

The way we treat our kids can be heavily influenced by our own past experiences. People who were mistreated as kids might struggle to be good parents, and scientists are trying to figure out why. Researchers looked into how DNA changes might play a role in this cycle. They focused on somet

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Mar 09 2025HEALTH

Big Kidney Stones: A New Surgical Hope

Kidney stones can be incredibly uncomfortable. They can block urine flow and cause a lot of pain. Traditionally, doctors have relied on a method called PCNL to tackle big kidney stones. But recent discoveries have shown that there might be a better option: a surgical method called LPL. LPL is a typ

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Mar 09 2025POLITICS

Why Are Some Politicians Pushing to Close the Education Department?

The Education Department, established in 1980, has been a target for some Republicans since its inception. Just two months after it opened, Republicans pushed for its closure. Fast forward to today, and the push to shut it down is still alive. The current president has been vocal about his desire t

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Mar 08 2025HEALTH

Fixing First-Time Kneecap Dislocations: What You Need to Know

First-time patellar dislocation (FTPD) is a common injury, especially among young athletes. This condition occurs when the kneecap slips out of place, causing pain and instability. The European Society of Sports Traumatology, Knee Surgery and Arthroscopy (ESSKA) recently released guidelines for mana

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Mar 07 2025POLITICS

US Shuffles Its Diplomatic Deck

The US is making big changes to its diplomatic setup. It plans to close several consulates in Western Europe and cut jobs worldwide. This move is part of a broader effort to trim costs and reshape the government's approach to foreign policy. The US State Department is also thinking about mergin

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Mar 07 2025POLITICS

The Department of Education: What's the Big Deal?

The Department of Education is a big deal for students in the U. S. It's the federal agency that makes sure kids from kindergarten to high school get a good education. It also helps out with special education programs and tries to make schools better. Plus, it gives out Pell Grants and federal stude

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Mar 07 2025EDUCATION

Rural Schools Left High and Dry: Teacher Training Funds Vanish

Imagine being a teacher in a rural school, trying to make a difference in your community. Now, imagine the rug being pulled out from under you. That's what happened when a big chunk of teacher training funds disappeared. The Trump administration chopped $600 million from these programs, claiming the

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Mar 07 2025HEALTH

The Journey of Lung Cancer Patients in France: A Look at Treatment Choices and Results

In France, patients with advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (LAM NSCLC) have been given nivolumab as a second-line or later treatment. This drug is part of a group known as immune checkpoint inhibitors, which help the body's immune system fight cancer. The study focused on how patient

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