The term "stat" has multiple meanings depending on the context. Here are some of the most common definitions:
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Stat News: Stat is an American health-oriented news website launched on November 4, 2015, by John W. Henry, the owner of The Boston Globe. It is produced by Boston Globe Media and is headquartered in the Globes own building in Boston).
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Medical abbreviation: In medicine, "stat" is a common abbreviation for urgent or rush. It comes from the Latin word "statim," meaning "immediately".
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Statistic: "Stat" is also a shorthand for "statistic," which refers to a numerical measurement or value that describes a particular aspect of a population or phenomenon. For example, baseball players stats might include their batting average, home runs, and RBIs.
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Device or instrument: The combining form "-stat" is used in the names of devices or instruments that stabilize or make constant what is specified by the initial element. Examples include "thermostat" and "heliostat".
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Source of news: STAT is a news organization that reports on health, science, and medicine. It offers exclusive analysis of biotech, pharma, and the life sciences through its subscription service, STAT+ .
