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When we think of life-saving medical innovations, high-tech gadgets or complex procedures often come to mind. Yet, one of the most impactful tools in neonatal care is a simple scorecard created by Dr. Virginia Apgar in 1952: the Apgar Score. 🩺Dr. Virginia Apgar, a trailblazing anesthesiologist born in 1909, was one of the first women to become a professor at Columbia University. Noticing a gap in newborn care, where the focus was on the mother’s health, she developed the Apgar Score to address the immediate needs of newborns. 👩‍⚕️Introduced in 1952, the Apgar Score is a quick and easy test...

We all know pink is a favorite for many girls, but did you know this rosy hue has a rich history and diverse cultural meanings? It’s more than just pretty!In the 18th century, pink was actually considered a masculine color, symbolizing strength and bravery. But by the mid-20th century, marketing trends flipped the script, promoting pink for girls and blue for boys.Interestingly, a study in Current Biology found that while both genders generally preferred blue, women showed a stronger preference for shades closer to red, like pinkish-purple. This might hint at a biological inclination towards pink.Pink also shines in nature—flamingos,...

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