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Why California Braces for Dry, Dangerous Santa Ana Winds

January 8, 2025

Southern California is in for a major blast of powerful and dry winds known as Santa Ana winds. These winds can be a big problem for the region, especially when it's already really dry. Forecasters are expecting wind gusts between 50 to 70 miles per hour, and in some high areas, it could go up to 10

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Taiwan's Heatwave: A Record Breaker with a Chill Ending

January 7, 2025

In 2024, Taiwan experienced its hottest year ever, with an average temperature of 24. 97°C (76. 95°F), beating the previous record set in 2020. This heatwave was part of a global trend, with climate change causing extreme weather and costly natural disasters worldwide. Taiwan's Central Weather Admin

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AI in Pain Medicine: Ethical Crossroads

January 7, 2025

Artificial Intelligence (AI) could revolutionize medicine, including pain management. But before we dive headfirst into this tech, we need to address some big ethical questions. Can AI respect patients' choices (autonomy)? Will it make mistakes (reliability)? Can it be fair to everyone (no bias)? P

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Nurses in the Spotlight: Media Portrayal of Nursing Issues During South Korea's Infectious Disease Outbreaks

January 7, 2025

You might think that nurses just show up during a big disease outbreak, like a pandemic, and work tirelessly to help patients. But what about all the challenges they face while doing their jobs? Let's dive into how the media in South Korea has covered nursing issues during four major infectious dise

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The Hidden Danger of Masks in Landfills: A Plant's Perspective

January 5, 2025

Imagine what happens when you toss a disposable face mask into a landfill. Scientists have been looking into this, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic led to a surge in mask use. They found that these masks can break down over time, releasing tiny pieces called microplastics and harmful chemicals

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Eau Claire Fights Back Against Norovirus

January 4, 2025

As the weather gets colder, many people expect to catch the flu. But there's another bug making the rounds: norovirus. Yes, it's here in Eau Claire County! Kristy Polden, a public health nurse, recently handled a big outbreak in our community. Even UW-Eau Claire had a two-day norovirus party in Dece

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How Smoke from the 2018 California Wildfires Affected Health

January 2, 2025

Extreme weather events, like wildfires, are getting more severe and common due to climate change, leading to worse health outcomes. But these effects can differ based on location, time, and who's affected. To tackle this, researchers used a two-part method called generalized synthetic control. They

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Learning from COVID-19: A Five-Year Reflection

January 1, 2025

Five years after health officials first learned about the mysterious pneumonia cases in Wuhan, China, it's hard to believe how much has changed. The World Health Organization (WHO) got its first clue on December 31, 2019. Experts soon realized that the virus, later named COVID-19, would spread like

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Sports Superstars of 2024: A Year to Remember

January 1, 2025

2024 was a year of breathtaking athletic feats. We witnessed unforgettable performances across various sports. Let's dive into the stories of some of the top athletes who made this year extraordinary. First, there's Keely Hodgkinson from the UK. At just 22, she won the Olympic gold in the 800m even

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Climate Crisis Hits a Fever Pitch: 2024 Sets New Records

January 1, 2025

The year 2024 has been a year of records and red flags for Earth's climate. The European Union's Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S) reports that this year is the warmest on record, surpassing temperatures set just last year. Even more alarming, the global average temperature has exceeded the cr