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Tuning into health: Addressing the quiet epidemic of noise-induced hearing loss

Taking steps to protect our hearing often falls low on people’s agenda, but hearing loss can have serious lifelong consequences.
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US Surgeon General declares gun violence a public health crisis

US Surgeon General Vivek Murthy has declared gun violence a public health crisis, showing the need for action to address the country's alarming high rate of shooting deaths.
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Pillar II: Canada joins EU’s Horizon Europe Pillar II Programme

Canada has officially joined the European Union's Horizon Europe programme, bringing together more global scientific collaborations.
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New research reveals the impact of long-distance travel on climate

What is the real impact of long-distance passenger travel? Research from the University of Leeds has urged us to rethink how we approach reducing carbon emissions from transportation.
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NHS England launches ADHD task force to enhance care

In a move to improve care for individuals with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), NHS England has announced the formation of a new task force in collaboration with the government.
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The start of a new nuclear race: International security and humanitarian priorities

With global tensions rising, this article explores the increase in nuclear weapons spending and its implications for international security and humanitarian priorities.
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The potential hidden source of bacterial infections in tattoo inks

Researchers have revealed the microbial content present in commercial tattoos and permanent makeup inks.
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Voters’ priorities in UK election: NHS vs Economy key considerations

As the UK gears up for the upcoming election on July 4th, new polling data from Ipsos reveals distinct contrasts in voter priorities between the main political parties.
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Norway celebrates milestone in offshore wind energy development

Norway has reached a significant milestone in its journey towards renewable energy with the signing of a groundbreaking contract for the Sørlige Nordsjø II offshore wind project.
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How can we navigate the 30-hour funding policy in education

In the world of early years education, a significant challenge stands ahead of us in terms of the 30-hour funding policy and its wide-ranging impact on the sector.

3D-printed material paves the way for advanced soft robotics and wearable devices

Researchers at Penn State University have revealed a 3D-printed material that promises to transform wearable devices.
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Surprising ocean circulation phenomenon with implications for climate change

How does ocean circulation work? New research that looks into the mechanism of ocean circulation could impact our current understanding of climate change.

AI breakthrough in cancer detection

AI model named Candycrunch has been designed to transform cancer detection through advanced sugar analysis.

Rocket healthcare launches specialists care sector app

Rocket Healthcare has launched a specialist employee management and communications app for care homes and social and domiciliary care companies. The Care Home App is now available to care sector companies in the UK and Ireland.
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Zinc plays a crucial role in revolutionising agriculture

Researchers from Aarhus University, Denmark, in collaboration with the Polytechnic University of Madrid and the European Synchrotron Radiation Facility, have revealed the role of zinc in enhancing nitrogen fixation in legumes.
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Is your child ready for school? Montessori-based tips on school readiness

Is your child ready for school? This article explores the gap between parent and teacher perceptions of school readiness, offering Montessori-based tips to prepare your child for a smooth transition.

Premium paints for superior protection against viruses, bacteria and mould growth

Find out here how Protection Paints provides premium paints that protects against viruses and bacteria and prevents the recurrence of mould growth.
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Stem cell therapy shows promise for hirschsprung disease

A potential new treatment avenue has appeared for individuals suffering from Hirschsprung disease, a rare condition affecting the large intestine.
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Its time to stop being confused about cyber security

Grant Barnes, Threat and Vulnerability Manager at Cantium Business Solutions, explains how a shift in mindset from feeling like a victim of cyber-attacks to a proactive defender of our digital assets can help raise our educational awareness of cyber security threats.
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Scientists develop ultra-efficient light-harvesting system

In a groundbreaking development, researchers at Julius-Maximilians-Universität (JMU) Würzburg have unveiled a pioneering light-harvesting system that promises to reshape the landscape of solar energy technology.

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