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Many Still Recovering After Bourbon Street Incident

January 3, 2025

In the aftermath of the Bourbon Street attack, many injured people were rushed to nearby hospitals. LCMC Health hospitals reported that 16 patients are still being treated, with eight of them in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). Four patients were transferred from other facilities to receive special ca

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Why Isn't Empathy Taught to Future Doctors?

January 3, 2025

Empathy is crucial in healthcare, helping professionals connect with and ease the emotional pain of patients. Yet, postgraduate medical training often overlooks this vital skill. A new study wants to find out why this is and how necessary it is to teach empathy to trainee doctors. Researchers talked

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Wireless EEG Headsets: Redefining Brain Monitoring?

January 3, 2025

Brain monitoring devices have been revolutionizing the medical field, particularly with the advent of wireless gadgets. One such innovation is the Zeto WR19 wireless dry electrode EEG system. When compared to the conventional EEGs used in clinics, how does it stack up? Researchers put the Zeto syste

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The Osmonds Lose a Member of Their Family Band

January 3, 2025

Wayne Osmond, a key member of the famous Osmond music group, passed away at the age of 73. He was known for his powerful baritone voice that made the group's harmonies stand out. Wayne died in a Salt Lake City hospital after suffering a severe stroke, according to his brother Merrill. Merrill descr

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The Kidney Guard: HPI in Surgery

January 3, 2025

Did you know that doctors use a special tool called the Hypotension Prediction Index (HPI) to watch out for kidney problems during big surgeries? Your kidneys need steady blood pressure, and HPI helps doctors keep it that way. A recent study looked into whether using HPI could lower the chance of ki

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Broccoli Recall: What You Need to Know

January 3, 2025

Hey folks, listen up! Some broccoli sold at Walmart has been recalled because it might have a nasty bug called listeria. This bug can be really dangerous, especially for pregnant women and older folks. The recall involves 12-oz bags of Marketside Broccoli Florets sold across 20 states. These bags ha

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Boosting Office Activity: A Closer Look at Thailand's PAW Program

January 3, 2025

Have you ever wondered why sitting all day at work might not be the best idea? Many offices around the world are trying to find ways to get their workers moving more. One such attempt was the Physical Activity at Work (PAW) program in Thailand. This program aimed to reduce the amount of time office

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Scanning for Laziness: How Inactivity Screening Can Save Lives

January 3, 2025

You might not think much about how lazy you are, but it turns out that inactivity is a big deal. It's linked to all sorts of health problems like heart disease and early death. Even though doctors know that exercise and a good diet can help, they often don't check if their patients are active or not

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The Puzzle of Making Balance Training Work for Elders

January 3, 2025

Balance training is getting a lot of attention these days, especially when it comes to older adults. Scientists are looking into how we can help seniors stay steady on their feet, but there's a problem. Despite all the effort, the way these studies are done isn't always great, and the results aren't

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California's New Plan to Fight Retail Theft: Here’s What You Need to Know

January 3, 2025

Has your local store suddenly locked up everyday items like deodorant? That’s because California has rolled out new laws to tackle retail crime. Starting January 1, 2025, these rules give police more power and boost penalties for theft. Excuse me, did someone say "probable cause"? Yep, cops can now