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Measles on the Rise: What's Happening in West Texas?

February 15, 2025

In the heart of West Texas, a concerning trend is unfolding. The measles virus, a highly contagious airborne disease, is making a comeback. The situation is particularly alarming in Gaines County, where the majority of the 48 reported cases are concentrated. The neighboring counties of Lynn, Terry,

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Elon Musk's Team Under Fire: Government Watchdog Steps In

February 15, 2025

The US Treasury's payment system is under scrutiny. A government watchdog is launching an audit to check if Elon Musk's team, known as Doge, had inappropriate access to sensitive data. This comes after a 25-year-old associate of Musk, Marko Elez, was briefly given edit access to the system. This acc

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Unlocking Kidney Health: The Shape Factor

February 15, 2025

Doctors are exploring new ways to assess body shape, going beyond just weight. They're using tools like ABSI, BRI, WHtR, and the Conicity Index. These tools might help spot kidney issues earlier than traditional methods like BMI. Researchers dug into a national health survey and found these new meas

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A High-Stakes Showdown Over Government Data

February 14, 2025

Imagine this: A judge steps in and blocks access to crucial financial data. This isn't just a minor hiccup; it's a big deal that could shake up the entire global economy. The standoff involves President Trump's administration and a group of 19 states leaning towards the Democratic party. These state

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Vaping Regulations: What's Changed and Why It Matters

February 12, 2025

The US has been busy making changes to how electronic nicotine delivery systems, or ENDS, are sold and marketed. First, a nicotine warning statement became mandatory in September 2018. This was a big deal because it meant companies had to clearly state the risks of nicotine. Then, in December 2019,

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Zika Virus: A Global Health Check-Up

February 12, 2025

Zika, a virus carried by mosquitoes, is still out there. It doesn't show up in most people, but it can cause big problems for babies in the womb. The peak time for Zika was back in 2015-2016 in the Americas. Since that time, the number of cases has gone down worldwide. However, there are st

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What Do People Think About Measuring Progress in Functional Neurological Disorder?

February 11, 2025

Healthcare professionals, patients, and caregivers aren’t just interested in getting to know a person’s symptoms. They want to know how well treatments are working in the long term. This study delves into the opinions of patients with a type of condition called a functional neurological disorder (FN

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Dogecoin and the White House: A Mix That Surpised Everyone

February 10, 2025

Imagine this: Elon Musk, the tech mogul, and the White House. It's a mix that raises eyebrows, to say the least. The Trump administration has been in a legal tussle over access to Treasury systems. The issue started when a group of attorneys general sued the administration. They wanted to block spec

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Unmasking The Treasury Hubbub: Elon's Economy

February 10, 2025

Imagine this: five ex-Treasury heads sounding the alarm. They've seen crises before, but this time, they're worried about America's money promises being broken. They fear its Trump administration policies and Elon Musk's DOGE team are causing trouble. Their big worry? That America might default on i

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Legs in Peril: The Silent Struggle of Artery Health

February 9, 2025

Imagine your arteries winding through your legs. Now, picture them getting blocked, like a congested highway. This is what happens with Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD). Alright, so here's a big fact: 171 home care patients were checked over a year, and 31. 6% of them had PAD. get this, t