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JustCo: Mixing Workspaces and Hospitality in Asia

December 13, 2025

JustCo, a company that provides flexible workspaces, is growing fast in Asia. The CEO, Kong Wan Sing, sees their business as more than just offering desks. He thinks of it as a hospitality service. This means they focus on making people feel welcome and taking care of their needs, just like a hotel

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Helping Hands in Hospitals: The Unseen Role of Chaplains

December 13, 2025

When someone you love is in the intensive care unit (ICU), it can be a really tough time. Many people feel stressed and anxious. This stress can come from different places. It might be because of the ICU environment, personal background, or even the fear of not knowing what will happen next. Doctor

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Hospital Nurses Doubt Virtual Help

December 12, 2025

Hospitals are trying out virtual nurses to fix their staffing problems. These virtual nurses use video and messaging to check on patients from far away. But a new study shows that this might not be the solution everyone hoped for. Researchers talked to 880 nurses from 10 different states. They foun

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A Major Boost for Kids' Mental Health in Boston

December 11, 2025

Boston is getting a big new mental health hospital just for kids. The hospital will have 116 beds and is set to open in 2029. It will be on the campus of Franciscan Children's in Brighton, which Boston Children's Hospital bought in 2023. The hospital will treat many different mental health problems

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Dolly Parton's Big Bet on Roadside Stops

December 10, 2025

Dolly Parton, the iconic country music star, is stepping into a new role: convenience store innovator. She's teaming up with Tennessean Travel Stop to create a unique travel center experience. The plan? To turn ordinary pit stops into something special, starting in summer 2026. This isn't just abou

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Who's the Best Santa? A Look at Holiday Helpers

December 10, 2025

When the holiday season rolls around, hospitals often bring in Santa Claus to spread cheer. But have you ever wondered who gets to play Santa? It turns out, there's a bit of a mystery around how this decision is made. Some say surgical specialists are the go-to Santas. Why? Well, people assume they

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Mixing Up Moods: When Doctors Get It Wrong

December 9, 2025

Doctors who aren't mental health experts often mix up depression and delirium. This can lead to people being unfairly labeled as depressed when they're not. It can also mean that real cases of delirium get overlooked. A study looked at medical records from different places to see how often this happ

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A Former Counselor Faces Serious Charges for Alleged Abuse

December 4, 2025

A retired mental health counselor is now facing serious legal trouble. Edmund Rivers, 68, is accused of sexually assaulting five young patients over many years. These incidents reportedly happened at Hartgrove Behavioral Health Hospital in Chicago. The charges include multiple counts of criminal se

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How Often Should We Change Medical Tubes?

December 2, 2025

Medical tubes are a big deal in hospitals. They help give medicine and take blood. But, they can also cause infections. This is a big problem. It can make people stay in the hospital longer. It can even be life-threatening. A study looked at how often these tubes should be changed. The usual rule i

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A Chicago Counselor's Dark Legacy: Trust Betrayed

December 2, 2025

A man who once held a position of trust in a Chicago hospital now faces serious charges. Edmund Rivers, a former mental health counselor, is accused of sexually assaulting five young boys. These assaults allegedly happened between 1996 and 2004 at Hartgrove Behavioral Health Hospital. The hospital,