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Supporting Adults with Disabilities: Professionals' Role in Social Connections

January 17, 2025

Imagine having a disability and living independently. It can be tough to make friends and stay connected. That's where professionals come in. They play a big part in helping people with disabilities build and strengthen social ties. In this study, researchers talked to 51 people: adults with disabil

health

Uncovering and Tackling Drug Theft in Hospitals

January 17, 2025

Everyone knows that hospitals handle lots of powerful medicines. Sadly, these drugs sometimes get stolen or misused, a problem known as "diversion. " So, a team of experts decided to figure out why this happens and what can be done about it. They came up with a clever plan to spot where the system m

health

Helping Hands: How Canada Aids Decision Making for People with Intellectual Disabilities

January 17, 2025

Ever wondered how someone with an intellectual disability makes choices? Canada has a unique method to lend a hand. Researchers checked out seven individuals with varying degrees of intellectual disabilities across two Canadian provinces. Guess what they discovered? A common decision-making process

technology

Building Tiny Tech: Making Nanomaterials Work Together

January 17, 2025

Imagine if you could build tiny machines that are almost invisible to the naked eye. That's what scientists are doing with nanomaterials. These are materials that are incredibly small—about 100, 000 times thinner than a human hair! To make high-tech devices, scientists need to gather and organize th

business

What Makes Bulgarian Businesses Tick?

January 17, 2025

Ever wondered what sets apart successful businesses in Bulgaria? Let's dive into the strategies that top companies are using to stay ahead. We'll explore how these firms make crucial decisions and why their approaches vary so much. Bulgaria's business landscape is a mix of different strategies. Som

business

Fake Meat: Processed or Healthy? It's Not So Simple

January 17, 2025

Let's talk about those trendy plant-based burgers and sausages. Companies like Beyond Meat and Impossible Foods are really pushing the idea that their fake meats are super healthy. They've even changed their recipes to make them sound better. But hold on a minute! Are they really as good as they cla

health

Need a New Mattress? Use Your Health Funds!

January 17, 2025

Ever tried sleeping on a rock? A bad mattress can be just as comfy. It can cause serious pain and worsen health issues. That’s why the IRS lets you use your pre-tax dollars from a health savings account (HSA) or flexible spending account (FSA) for certain health-related items. But not everyone can u

politics

America's Healthcare Hopes: A Split View on Trump's Plans

January 17, 2025

A new survey by Gallup shows that many Americans aren't betting on President-elect Donald Trump to make healthcare cheaper. Nearly half—46%—think the country is on the wrong track when it comes to his healthcare plans. More people doubt that Congress and Trump will lower health care and drug costs—4

health

How Improvement and Clinical Work Boost ED Efficiency

January 17, 2025

Ever wondered how hospitals can run smoothly, especially in busy emergency departments (EDs)? A recent study explored this, focusing on Australian and New Zealand EDs. Researchers looked at how continuous improvement (CI) and clinical practices (CP) affect the performance of these high-stress enviro

technology

LG's New 4th-Gen OLED: Brighter and More Efficient

January 17, 2025

LG Display just unveiled their 4th-gen OLED panel. This new display is extra bright and uses less power than before. How did they do it? By adding a second blue light layer. This makes the panel 33% brighter than the last generation. LG is switching things up for their 2025 TV lineup. They’re ditch