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The U. S. Department of Education has pulled the plug on online applications for income-driven repayment (IDR) plans. This means borrowers can't sign up, renew, or tweak their repayment terms through the federal website. This change comes after a federal court order that stopped key parts of the IDR

MPN: When Doctors and Patients Don't Agree

Imagine facing daily struggles due to a health condition like MPN, or myeloproliferative neoplasms. These diseases bring a variety of symptoms that can make everyday tasks a real challenge. Recent findings show that doctors and patients often view these symptoms differently. Researchers in Germany

Mixing and Matching: A Look at Cancer Studies

When it comes to comparing treatments for cancer, things can get tricky. Sometimes, studies don't line up perfectly, or there's only one group to compare against. This is where something called matching-adjusted indirect comparisons (MAICs) comes in. MAICs are a way to make sense of these mismatched

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Florida's Next Governor: The Unexpected Contender

In the heart of Florida, a political storm is brewing. Casey DeSantis, the wife of the current governor, is stepping into the spotlight. She's making a bold move, aiming for the governor's seat. This isn't just a local whisper; it's a loud declaration. She's ready to take the reins, and she's doing

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The MAGA Library Plaque: A Controversial Commemoration

In the sunny city of Huntington Beach, a small group of council members, known as the “MAGA-nificent 7, ” made a big splash with a library plaque. They took a simple task—honoring the 50th anniversary of the city’s main library—and turned it into a political statement. The plaque, approved

Is AI Really Helping Primary Care?

AI is becoming a big part of primary care. It could make a huge difference in how doctors make decisions, predict patient outcomes, and spot health issues early. But there's a catch. The studies on AI in primary care aren't always reported properly. This is a problem because if we can't trust the re

Mothers in Pakistan: Who's Missing Out on Crucial Pregnancy Care?

Pregnancy is a significant journey, and having the right support can greatly influence the outcome. In Pakistan, there are notable gaps in the reproductive health services that women receive. This isn't just about convenience; it's a matter of life and death. We're discussing essential services like

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

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