Molly Ball is a journalist based in Washington, United States of America.

H.M.O.'s Address Discontent of Doctors

29 Oct 2000  |  www.nytimes.com  |  English  |  Managed Care

A survey by the Center for Survey Research and Analysis at the University of Connecticut revealed that 88% of 687 Connecticut doctors believe medical care has worsened under managed care compared to the fee-for-service system. The Connecticut State Medical Society's president, Donald Timmerman, acknowledged the ethical contradiction for doctors in managed care but noted a trend towards less adversarial relationships between doctors and H.M.O.s. Aetna U.S. Healthcare announced upcoming policy changes to foster a more respectful partnership with doctors, including an option to return to fee-for-service payments.

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Nicole Chang is a journalist based in Paris, France. She has more than 5 years’ worth of professional journalism experience, and has lived in Singapore, London and Shanghai. She is a native English speaker, and also knows Mandarin and French.

Scientists find COVID pandemic-related stress has actually aged teenagers' brains

02 Dec 2022  |  www.euronews.com  |  English  |  COVID-19 Pandemic

Research from Stanford University published in Biological Psychiatry: Global Open Science indicates that the COVID-19 pandemic has aged the brains of teenagers, not just impacting their mental health but also causing physical alterations. MRI scans of 81 teens before the pandemic and 82 during it showed that post-lockdown adolescents had more severe mental health problems and brain structures that appeared several years older. The study, originally focused on depression during puberty, adapted to examine the pandemic's impact. The changes resemble those seen in children who have faced chronic adversity. The long-term effects are uncertain, but adolescent brains are adaptable, and treating mental health issues may normalize or slow brain changes. The teenagers will be rescanned at age 20, and further research is needed on a more diverse cohort to understand the pandemic's lasting impact on brain development.

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I am a freelance TV reporter, video journalist and photographer with 13 years of experience. I have worked all over the world; in 2014 I reported from 15 different countries, from Gaza to Ukraine to Brazil for the World Cup.

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Peter Turchin’s empty prophecies

10 Jun 2023  |  www.newstatesman.com  |  English  |  Social Science

The article critiques Peter Turchin's predictive models and the broader trend of elevating quantitative methods over descriptive accounts in social sciences. It highlights Turchin's rise to prominence following his 2010 prediction of instability in 2020, which coincided with significant events like the Covid-19 pandemic and George Floyd protests. The article argues that Turchin's new book, 'End Times,' over-promises and under-delivers, offering simplistic solutions to complex social issues. It contrasts Turchin's approach with the more nuanced historical analyses of scholars like Thomas Piketty and Giovanni Arrighi.

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Caryn B. Davis is an award-winning photographer, journalist and an avid world traveler to over 50 countries. Her images and articles have appeared in the New York Times, Old House Journal, Conde Nast Traveler, Lonely Planet, Travel + Leisure, Islands, Fine Art Connoisseur, Town & Country, New ...

Mamadou Diop is a journalist based in Dakar, Senegal.

Tulsa vs UConn

09 Sept 2011  |  Tulsa  |  English  |  Sports

Connecticut defeated Tulsa 1-0 in a soccer match held on September 9, 2011. The only goal was scored by Mamadou Diouf, assisted by Stephane Diop. The game saw a total of 13 shots, with Connecticut making 6 and Tulsa 7. Both teams had a balanced number of fouls and corner kicks. The match officials included Brandon Marrion, Nima Saghari, Shawn Wolf, and Brandon Story.

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Joseph Johnson is a journalist based in Freetown, Sierra Leone that is skilled in audio-visual package editing, videography, photography, content writing, News gathering, research among other. Joseph is dedicated, time concious and has sense for details and facts.

N-protein presents early in blood, dried blood and saliva during asymptomatic and symptomatic SARS-CoV-2 infection

22 Mar 2021  |  Nature  |  English  |  SARS-CoV-2

The study explores the development of a SARS-CoV-2 antigen test using Simoa technology to detect N-protein in various sample matrices, including serum, plasma, dried blood microsamples (DBS), and saliva. The test shows high positive percent agreement (PPA) and negative percent agreement (NPA) with PCR tests, indicating its potential as a robust diagnostic tool for both asymptomatic and symptomatic COVID-19 patients. The research highlights the correlation between N-protein levels and disease severity, as well as the inverse relationship between N-protein and anti-SARS-CoV-2 spike protein IgG. The study suggests that early IgG response may alleviate severe disease outcomes and emphasizes the need for further clinical validation.

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Hi there! I'm Hana. I've been a freelance content writer for the last five years. I've written many articles for companies in IT and cybersecurity industries, as well as real estate, promotions, marketing, etc. In addition to this, most of my work has been published in the Travel industry. I'd love ...

An Ode to the Shmatte, a Simple Yiddish Word With Many Meanings

30 Nov 2021  |  Kveller  |  English  |  Jewish Heritage

Yiddish, once the primary language of many Ashkenazi Jews, has left a lasting impact on English, with words like 'shmatte' evolving in meaning over time. Originally from Polish, 'shmatte' means 'rag' but has been adapted to describe various items, from cleaning clothes to luxury garments. The word's flexibility reflects the resilience and adaptability of Yiddish and its speakers. The article explores different contemporary uses of 'shmatte' through personal anecdotes and historical context, highlighting its significance in Jewish culture and language.

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Olga Mecking is a writer, journalist, and translator. Originally from Poland, Olga lived in Germany and is now based in The Netherlands. Olga's interests include:

There really is no natural or right way to be a parent

23 Jul 2019  |  aeon.co  |  English  |  Anthropology

Parenting is often perceived as a natural process, with current philosophies advocating for a return to ancestral methods based on primate behavior or hunter-gatherer societies. However, the author, Olga Mecking, challenges this notion, arguing that parenting is not a one-size-fits-all process and is influenced by culture and environment. She discusses the work of various experts, including John Bowlby's attachment theory and William Sears' attachment parenting, and contrasts these with the views of Sarah Blaffer Hrdy, who suggests humans are cooperative breeders. The article also explores the variability of parenting practices among modern hunter-gatherer societies and the conditional nature of parental love. It concludes that parenting is flexible and context-dependent, with no single 'natural' way to parent.

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Jonathan Miller is a television journalist based in Bangkok, Thailand. 

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Subdued by a Loss and a Cold Rain, Rutgers Fans Return to Earth

05 Apr 2007  |  www.nytimes.com  |  English  |  Women's Basketball

Rutgers University women's basketball team faced a disappointing defeat against the University of Tennessee in the N.C.A.A. final, dampening the spirits of fans and students who had high hopes after a series of unexpected victories. Despite the loss, the community remains proud of the team's achievements, which included overcoming major opponents like the University of Connecticut and Louisiana State University. The article highlights the emotional journey of the fans, the support from notable figures like Governor Jon S. Corzine, and the historical context of Rutgers' sports programs.

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A $50 million private donation from Elisabeth DeLuca will go toward creating a new School of Nursing at the University of Connecticut’s Storrs campus.

31 Oct 2024  |  ctnewsjunkie.com  |  English  |  Philanthropy

Elisabeth DeLuca, former wife of Subway billionaire Fred DeLuca, donates $50 million to establish a new School of Nursing at the University of Connecticut's Storrs campus, marking a significant philanthropic contribution to the institution.

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Brandon Yates is a journalist based in Cape Town, South Africa. I am an experienced radio and television presenter and content producer. I have also worked as a journalist for print and online journalism platforms and have covered various sectors including sport, business and breaking news.

Effectiveness of a Single Prolonged Aerobic Exercise Session on Executive Function Task Performance in Physically Active Adults (21–70 Years of Age)

04 Feb 2023  |  MDPI  |  English  |  Aging

The study investigates the impact of a single prolonged aerobic exercise session on executive function in physically active adults aged 21-70. Participants, who were self-registered cyclists, showed improved performance in the Trail Making Test (TMT) immediately after completing a 161-km cycling event. The improvement was not influenced by age but was associated with pre-exercise cognitive performance. The findings suggest that a single prolonged exercise session can enhance executive function, supporting the therapeutic benefits of aerobic exercise on cognitive function in adults.

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