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New AI device detects high blood pressure — a 'silent killer' — through voice recordings

The technology had up to an 84% accuracy rate in detecting hypertension.

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Medical clowns reduce stress & shorten hospital stays for children, new study finds

The patients in the study also had reduced stress levels and needed less antibiotic care.

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What is a 'rainbow baby'? Ms Rachel's latest song speaks to grieving parents

“I’m sorry if you’ve gone through this or are going through this,” Ms Rachel writes. “You’re not alone.”

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Today's school children practice running for their lives — but there are better ways to keep students safe from shooters

A new initiative by the National Academies has been initiated to assess the effects of active shooter drills on student health and well-being and to determine best practices in preparing schools to respond to threats of violence.

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Sexual assault goes underreported due to timely forensic analysis — but new DNA testing could change that

For years, thousands of untested rape kits have sat dormant.

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September is National Suicide Prevention Month: 17 ways to take action and make a difference

With events, screenings, activities, and more, Suicide Prevention Month catalyzes us to learn more, seek help, offer support, and open our hearts and minds to vulnerable conversations.

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Good News This Week: August 31, 2024 - Elephants, Parks, & Vaccines

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Brad Paisley & Kimberly Williams-Paisley announce second free grocery store in ongoing fight against hunger

This unique model is praised for providing dignity and choice to people facing poverty and hunger.

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Good News This Week: August 24, 2024 - Reservoirs, Trails, & Flowers

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Cone snails use toxins to 'hijack' prey's blood sugar & hormones; now, those toxins could be used in diabetes treatment

The toxin mimics a human hormone that regulates blood sugar and hormones.

Health Good News

People, organizations, and governments improving people's health

New AI device detects high blood pressure — a 'silent killer' — through voice recordings

Medical clowns reduce stress & shorten hospital stays for children, new study finds

What is a 'rainbow baby'? Ms Rachel's latest song speaks to grieving parents

Today's school children practice running for their lives — but there are better ways to keep students safe from shooters

Good news roundup: The world's biggest battery, faster DNA forensics, and record-breaking Paralympians

Sexual assault goes underreported due to timely forensic analysis — but new DNA testing could change that

September is National Suicide Prevention Month: 17 ways to take action and make a difference

Your guide to September's major awareness months, weeks, and days

Good News This Week: August 31, 2024 - Elephants, Parks, & Vaccines

Brad Paisley & Kimberly Williams-Paisley announce second free grocery store in ongoing fight against hunger

Good News This Week: August 24, 2024 - Reservoirs, Trails, & Flowers

Cone snails use toxins to 'hijack' prey's blood sugar & hormones; now, those toxins could be used in diabetes treatment

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