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A study in Turkey found that people with lower health literacy were more likely to rely on unverified health news from social media and visit the emergency room because of long waits for regular doctor appointments. This highlights a critical need for public education programs to improve health literacy and digital information skills, which could reduce unnecessary strain on emergency services.
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The Open Hyperinsulinism Genes Project is a new initiative designed to make advanced genetic testing for a rare blood sugar disorder accessible globally, especially in regions that typically lack such resources. This effort aims to bridge a major gap in healthcare equity by ensuring children everywhere can get a precise diagnosis and the right treatment.
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A commentary in The Lancet points out the shocking reality that, despite being preventable, severe malnutrition still kills many children, and there is still no solid evidence on how best to treat diarrhea in these malnourished kids. This underscores a severe failure in global child health that demands urgent research and improved healthcare delivery to save lives.
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