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How Age and Eye Pressure Affect Vision

March 1, 2025

Glaucoma is a big deal. It is a major cause of blindness around the world. Two big factors that contribute to glaucoma are aging and high pressure inside the eye. This pressure is known as intraocular pressure (IOP). When these factors come into play, they can damage cells in the retina called r

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Joel Embiid's Season Comes to an Early End

March 1, 2025

Joel Embiid's basketball journey this season has taken a sharp turn. The Philadelphia 76ers announced that Embiid would not be playing for the rest of the season. The team's medical experts have determined that Embiid's left knee needs more attention than it can get during games. The team is still f

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Unlocking Health Secrets: The Power of Biomarkers

February 28, 2025

Biomarkers are like secret codes that our bodies use to send messages about our health. Scientists are always on the hunt for new ways to decode these messages. One exciting area of research is cancer detection. Researchers are looking into things like cfDNA, fecal miRNA, and mitochondrial pathways

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Lung Healing: Which Treatment Works Best?

February 27, 2025

Pulmonary contusion is a serious injury that affects the lungs, often due to trauma. It can be life-threatening if not treated properly. Scientists wanted to find out which treatments work best for this condition. They created a model to mimic the injury in a lab setting. This allowed them to tes

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The Surprising Link Between Kidney Alerts and Hospital Bills

February 27, 2025

Imagine this: a hospital's computer system is designed to spot kidney trouble early. This is done through an electronic alert system that keeps an eye on key signs and sends out warnings when something's not right. The goal? To catch acute kidney injury (AKI) before it becomes a big problem. AKI is

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Western Conference Teams: Final Push for Playoffs

February 26, 2025

The 2024-25 NBA regular season is in its final stretch. Teams in the Western Conference are focused on securing playoff spots, improving health, and optimizing lottery odds. The trade deadline brought significant changes, making the remaining games crucial. The Mavericks, after a shocking t

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Understanding the Link Between Childhood Trauma and Self-Harm

February 25, 2025

Childhood trauma can have lasting effects on a person's mental health. One of the most concerning outcomes is non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI). This behavior is often a way for individuals to cope with overwhelming emotions or past experiences. Researchers have been studying the connection between di

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Brain's Battle: How Tiny Bubbles and Cells Team Up to Cause Stroke Damage

February 25, 2025

Macrophages are like the body's cleanup crew. They rush to the scene of a stroke to help. But sometimes, they make things worse. They release tiny bubbles called exosomes that can mess with the brain's blood vessels. This is part of what happens in a condition called cerebral ischemia-reperfusion in

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Should Henry Cejudo Hang Up His Gloves?

February 24, 2025

Henry Cejudo's recent loss at UFC Seattle has sparked conversations about his future in the sport. After a tough fight, Cejudo lost to Song Yadong due to a technical decision. The fight took a turn when Cejudo suffered a severe eye poke, which affected his vision in the third round. The referee had

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Oxygen Overload: How Our Bodies React to Too Much of a Good Thing

February 24, 2025

Oxygen is essential for life, but too much of it can be harmful. This is especially true when it comes to supplemental oxygen therapy. In cases like bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) in premature babies and acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) in adults, too much oxygen can lead to lung injury.