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How Medical Students See Themselves and Their Patients

March 14, 2025

Medical students are the future of healthcare, and how they view their roles and patients is crucial. Group mentorship programs are becoming popular in medical schools. These programs pair students with experienced mentors in small groups. The goal? To boost their communication skills and patient-c

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Video Visits: The New Doctor's Office?

March 14, 2025

In the heart of Europe, Germany has been experimenting with video consultations in outpatient medical care. This trend started around 2017 and picked up steam by 2020. The idea is simple: use technology to make healthcare more accessible, especially in areas where getting to a doctor's office is a h

politics

Michigan's Sports Rules: A Battle of Policies and Politics

March 14, 2025

Michigan's political landscape is heating up with a fresh debate on sports policies. The Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) is under scrutiny from House Republicans. They want the MHSAA to follow President Donald Trump's executive order. This order restricts men from participating in

weather

Stormy Sunday and a Chilly St. Patrick's Day Ahead

March 14, 2025

South Carolina is in for a weather rollercoaster this weekend. Sunday is going to be a wild ride with strong storms. The whole state is under a slight risk for severe weather. The main worry is wind gusts that could reach up to 70 miles per hour. There's also a small chance of tornadoes and flooding

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Why Hepatocellular Carcinoma Patients May Benefit from a New Drug Combination

March 14, 2025

Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is a type of liver cancer that is notoriously tough to treat. Doctors have been experimenting with immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) to fight this disease. However, these drugs can sometimes make the cancer grow faster, a condition known as hyperprogressive disease (

technology

Hear the World Better with Your Android Phone

March 14, 2025

A new feature called Bluetooth Auracast is making waves in the tech world. This isn't just about better sound quality; it's about making life easier for people who have trouble hearing. Auracast lets devices like smartphones, TVs, and public announcement systems send audio to multiple receivers, suc

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Smiles and Ethics: What Senegalese Patients Think of Their Dental Care

March 14, 2025

In Senegal, dental care is a big deal. People want to know if their dentists are not only skilled but also ethical. This is where Joan Tronto's "care" model comes in. It's all about how well patients are looked after, from start to finish. But what do Senegalese patients really think about the care

sports

Sports in Chicago: A Green Beer Agenda

March 14, 2025

Chicago is buzzing with sports excitement as St. Patrick's Day celebrations kick off early. This year, the festivities start on Friday and wrap up on Monday, just in time for the Cubs' season opener in Japan on Tuesday. This means Chicagoans will have plenty to talk about during the Green Beer Agend

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Do Kids Get Their Faces from Their Parents?

March 14, 2025

Have you ever wondered why some kids look like their parents? It's not just about the eyes or the nose. It's about the whole face. Scientists did a study to figure out how facial features are passed down from parents to kids. They looked at something called Class III facial features. These are

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Exercise and Blood Vessel Health: A Winning Combo

March 13, 2025

Aerobic exercise is a powerful tool for enhancing blood vessel health, especially for those with high blood pressure or prehypertension. This is backed by a bunch of studies that looked at how exercise affects the way blood vessels work. The key finding? Aerobic exercise can significantly boost some