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Did my computer say it best?
Research finds trust in algorithmic advice from computers can blind us to mistakes.
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Wildfires disproportionately affect the poor
Low-income homeowners are at higher risk of wildfires and canceled insurance.
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Current vaccine approach not enough to eradicate measles
New study models the feasibility of eliminating measles and rubella.
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Bulldogs blank Samford in home opener
Georgia rolled to an easy 33-0 victory between the hedges.
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Researchers discover potential treatment for Chagas disease
The new drug completely eliminates T. cruzi, the parasite that causes Chagas.
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The way you talk to your child about math matters
Parents’ responses to children’s math success, failure linked to motivation, anxiety.
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City-based soda pop taxes don’t effectively reduce sugar consumption
Soda taxes reduce soda purchases, but they don’t reduce sugar consumption.
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Theatre faculty helped make this show go on
Two professors worked on a professional production over the summer.
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Contact between wild birds and backyard chickens is risky
Pathogens can be transmitted between the two and can even transfer to humans.
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Physically active teens more likely to vape
Physically active adolescents up to 23% more likely to vape than sedentary ones.
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75% of teens aren’t getting recommended daily exercise
Feeling safe at school may be linked to higher physical activity levels.
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Georgians in 71 counties lack methadone clinic access within a 15-minute drive
Federally qualified health centers could help fill this health care gap.
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Researchers developing tools to predict next pandemic
$1M National Science Foundation grant will fund disease forecasting.
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Prehistoric fish may be poised for a comeback
New evidence reveals sturgeon may be reproducing for the first time in over 50 years.
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Researchers introduce rapid diagnostic test for Listeria
It could help food processors identify contamination early.
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Wind has caused 479 injuries, 28 deaths in bounce houses since 2000
Watching the weather and securing bouncy houses with stakes can keep kids safe.
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African civic leaders spent six weeks at UGA
Mandela Fellows visited historic sites, shared ideas and participated in community service.
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Some types of stress could be good for brain functioning
Safe levels of stress can benefit mental health and brain functions.
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Heat safety for marching bands
Marching bands need guidelines for heat protection just like athletes, says researcher.
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Feminism may lead to better body image
How mothers speak about their bodies affects how their daughters view theirs.
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Along Came a Spider
Joro Spiders are taking over the east coast. UGA researchers explain how they got here,…
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Age may rival politics in COVID-19 vaccine debate
Age and risk perception may be the deciding factors on getting the COVID shot.
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Refugees at higher risk for persistent infections
Researchers find these populations are more susceptible to infectious diseases.
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New flood maps clarify the risk homeowners face
Maps more realistically depict flood zones with less effort, lower costs.
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