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Young Adults and Suicide: A Closer Look at Communication and Media Habits

November 18, 2024

Recently, researchers investigated how communication methods and media use might affect suicide attempts in young adults aged 18-29. They spoke with both men and women who had tried to end their lives at least once. The study aims to shed light on this complex issue, given that understanding communi

health

British Pain Society Updates Guidelines on Intrathecal Drug Delivery

November 18, 2024

The British Pain Society has released new guidelines on using intrathecal drug delivery (ITDD) to manage pain and muscle stiffness (spasticity) in adults. These guidelines are based on recent scientific evidence and the expert opinions of a working group. They also include information for patients a

politics

How Trump's Return May Shake Up Your Health Insurance

November 18, 2024

President-elect Donald Trump's return to the White House could bring significant changes to U. S. health care. With Republicans in control of both Congress and the presidency, experts predict major shifts in health insurance policies. Medicaid and Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplace plans may see

politics

Voters Say No to Soft-on-Crime Policies in Oakland

November 18, 2024

In California's Bay Area, a big change is happening. Voters in Oakland have voted to remove Mayor Sheng Thao and District Attorney Pamela Price from their jobs. People are upset about rising crime rates, homelessness, and feeling unsafe. Thao lost her job with 62% of the vote, while Price lost with

science

Speeding up LTC Calculations with Machine Learning

November 18, 2024

Imagine you're trying to figure out how well a crystal can conduct heat. Traditionally, scientists use complex calculations called first-principles to predict this property, called lattice thermal conductivity (LTC). These calculations need a lot of computational power, especially when you want to e

technology

Discover the Magic of Switching Without Losing Power

November 18, 2024

Have you ever wondered how to make power conversion more efficient? Well, meet the latest buck converter that's making waves in the tech world. This clever device uses what's called an active auxiliary resonant network to make the switching process smoother. That means it doesn't put extra strain on

science

Exploring Pigment Changes in Sorghum Leaves Treated with Herbicides and Growth Regulators

November 18, 2024

Did you know that the color of sorghum leaves can tell a lot about how well the plant is growing? Scientists looked into how a common herbicide called Citadel 25 OD affects the pigments in sorghum leaves. They found that using more herbicide lowered the amount of pigments like chlorophylls and carot

business

China's Retaliation Risks: What U. S. Companies Fear

November 18, 2024

With Donald Trump's administration adopting a tough stance on China, U. S. companies are worried about becoming targets of retaliation. Trump has threatened high tariffs and ending reliance on China, which could disrupt supply chains and increase prices for consumers. The Chinese government might re

politics

Streamlining Government: A Business Approach

November 18, 2024

Vivek Ramaswamy, one of the leaders of the newly formed Department of Government Efficiency, has made a bold statement. He said that entire government agencies could be "deleted. " This was shared during an interview with Maria Bartiromo on Fox News' Sunday Morning Futures. Ramaswamy, who is a busin

health

The Impact of Hospital Volunteers on Older Patients: A Fresh Look

November 18, 2024

Have you ever wondered what role volunteers play in hospitals? They're not just there to hand out magazines or push wheelchairs. Volunteers, especially those who work with older patients, have a big job. They help support patients who might need extra care. This review looked at how hospital volunte