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Kids and Germs: Whats Going On in China? \

February 3, 2025

Why do we worry about infectious diseases in young people? After all, kids are pretty resilient. First, lets talk about what these kids know. They've heard about germs, and they understand that they can get sick. But the knowledge is basic and somewhat vague they know germs are out there, b

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Ukraine Struggles: Worrisome Attack on a Residential Area

February 2, 2025

Ukraine woke up to a chilling an event after a Russian strike on a residential building in Poltava. This attack came during continuous hostilities throughout the nation. The building was targeted and sadly, 14 lives were lost in the strike, including two children. A professor by education, Olena Yav

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Syria's New Move

February 2, 2025

Syria's new leadership is making waves. Ahmad al-Sharaa, the country's interim president, touched down in Saudi Arabia. This might be a big change for Saudi Arabia and Syria's relationship. Some believe this visit may relay a turning point in Syria's alliances. Sharaa flew in on a Saudi jet. Fatal

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Older Adults' Nutrition Crisis: A Global Wake-Up Call

February 2, 2025

Nutrition problems are still a big deal for older people around the world. Let's talk about four big ones: not enough protein and energy, lack of iodine, not enough vitamin A, and iron deficiency. These issues have been a concern for a long time, from 1990 to 2021. These health problems do not affe

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Personality Maps: What Makes Estonians Tick?

February 2, 2025

The small country of Estonia, tucked away in the Baltics, is a unique place. You might expect a small country to be uniform, but Estonia is surprisingly diverse. Estonians aren't all the same; different regions are home to different personality traits. This isn't just about quirks, either. The Big F

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Musk's Team Gets Key Access to US Government Payment System

February 2, 2025

In recent news, a lot of people are talking about a big change in the U. S. government. The Treasury Department given a team working for Elon Musk the keys to a big system that handles a huge amount of money for Americans. First, let's break this down. The Treasury Department manages a system t

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The Boss Who Refused to Fire

February 2, 2025

A significant shakeup hit the U. S. Agency for International Development (USAID). A high-ranking employee, Mr. Gottlieb, found himself on the outs after refusing to follow orders to immediately terminate a group of employees without due process. DOGE was the culprit. Why the big change? The new a

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The Hidden Game: Private Sector and Elderly Care in China

February 2, 2025

In China, elderly healthcare is a big deal. But it's got some serious issues. Quality of care is often shoddy, and there are hidden dangers that aren't easy to spot. Plus, the government isn't always on top of things. Why? Information asymmetry and lack of oversight are the big culprits. Providers,

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Trade War Brewing: New Tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China

February 2, 2025

A significant shift in trade policy has occurred, as new tariffs have been imposed on Mexico, Canada, and China. The move, announced at a club in Florida, aims to curb drug trafficking and illegal immigration. However, this decision might lead to higher prices for everyday items, from avocados to ca

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Building Better Doctors: Mastering Surgery Handovers

February 2, 2025

Surgeons need to be excellent communicators. Think about it: how surgeons pass on information to one another during patient care. This process is key. It\'\'s called a surgical handover. Without rules or guidelines for training on this, how can surgeons ensure patient safety? This review focused on