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As gambling addiction spreads, one scientist’s work reveals timely insights

Psychiatrist Robert Custer spent his life convincing doctors that compulsive gambling was not an impulse control problem. Today, his research is foundational for diagnosis and treatment.

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New Texas HIE agreement aims to end decades of data silos

A historic pact between Texas HIEs establishes bidirectional admission, discharge and transfer data exchange.

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Doctors warn of ‘super flu’ variant in hot spots like New York

Ahead of the holiday tourist rush, city health officials in New York City reported nearly 14,000 flu cases in the first week of December.

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15 Best Greens Powders (2025) Researched, Taste-Tested & Reviewed

We did the research (and taste-testing) to find the best greens powders worth your money. The Bloom Nutrition Superfood Greens Powder is our tried-and-true pick.

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A Critical Perspective on Finite Sample Conformal Prediction Theory in Medical Applications

arXiv:2512.14727v1 Announce Type: new
Abstract: Machine learning (ML) is transforming healthcare, but safe clinical decisions demand reliable uncertainty estimates that standard ML models fail to provide. Conformal prediction (CP) is a popular tool that allows users to turn heuristic uncertainty es…

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How many flu cases are there in your local hospital? Use our tool to check

Use our interactive tool to explore the latest flu numbers in your area

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Cheese Linked to Lower Dementia Risk in 25-Year Study

Not just any cheese though.

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This Brutal Mosquito-Borne Disease May Have a Cure—But There’s a Catch

This story was originally published by Vox and is reproduced here as part of the Climate Desk collaboration. There’s a reason dengue infections are also called “breakbone fever.” Along with a mild fever, symptoms of the mosquito-borne illness include bone-deep, aching pain in the joints and behind t…

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STAT+: Eli Lilly’s obesity pill helped patients maintain weight loss after switch from injections

Eli Lilly's obesity pill helped patients maintain weight loss after they switched from injectable drugs, outcomes that could widen the appeal of the pill.

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New Pill Could Finally Treat Sleep Apnea Without a Mask

Sulthiame reduced breathing interruptions in sleep apnea patients, pointing toward a viable drug treatment. A European clinical trial has found that the drug sulthiame can reduce breathing pauses and improve sleep quality in people with obstructive sleep apnea, with researchers from the University o…

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Scientists Identify 6 Key Depression Symptoms That Predict Dementia Risk

Early warnings could be vital.

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5 Powerful Ways to Strengthen Your Brain for Life

Majid Fotuhi, Psychology Today Many people feel overwhelmed by wellness trends and high-priced tools promising better brain function. Most people I meet want to protect their brain and be...

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STAT+: Hospitals owned by real estate investors more likely to close or go bankrupt

Hospitals owned by real estate investors more likely to close or go bankrupt, new study finds.

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We're Moving From Treatment to Cures for Autoimmune Diseases

Eric Topol, GTs For several decades, the standard approach to autoimmune diseases has been suppression of the immune system, a treatment with potential serious side effects and, with the...

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Your Genes Could Be Affecting Someone Else’s Gut

Your “roommate’s” genes could be affecting the bacteria living in your gut, and vice versa, according to a rat study published today (December 18) in Nature Communications. By analyzing more than four thousand animals, researchers found that the mix of microbes in a rat’s gut is influenced not only …

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A flesh-eating fly once eradicated is moving back toward the U.S.

California researchers are preparing for the possible return of the New World screwworm, a parasitic fly that feeds on living flesh and once devastated U.S. livestock. By monitoring traps and educating veterinarians and farmers, they hope to stop the pest before it gains a foothold.

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New “Molecular Glue” Gel Could Help Treat Permanent Voice Loss

A newly engineered hydrogel could offer a longer-lasting, minimally invasive way to treat vocal cord injuries. Researchers at McGill University have developed a new hydrogel that could one day help repair damaged vocal cords. Early results suggest the material may offer a longer-lasting treatment op…

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