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The annual World NTD Day on January 30th is a big deal. It's a day dedicated to the fight against Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs). It’s not just about awareness; it’s a call to action. It’s about "Unite. Act. Eliminate. " These diseases are a problem worldwide, affecting millions of people. The

What's in Your Breastmilk? Understanding Drug Secretion

Imagine this: a nursing mother takes medication for an infection. She's hoping to get better, but does this drug have a role in her breastmilk? Is it safe for the baby? Picture breastmilk as a superhighway. It moves nutrients and medicines. If a mom takes medicine, transporters in the breas

Kids and Germs: Whats Going On in China? \

Why do we worry about infectious diseases in young people? After all, kids are pretty resilient. First, lets talk about what these kids know. They've heard about germs, and they understand that they can get sick. But the knowledge is basic and somewhat vague they know germs are out there, b

The Problem? Depression in Brazil: Do we know where it's coming from

What's the deal with depression in Brazil? Doctors and staff need to make some tough calls. So many variables and cultural factors can influence how we experience this condition and these people at risk. The forming of the what's known as the PHQ-9 questionnaire was a game-changer, thanks to this cr

Ukraine Struggles: Worrisome Attack on a Residential Area

Ukraine woke up to a chilling an event after a Russian strike on a residential building in Poltava. This attack came during continuous hostilities throughout the nation. The building was targeted and sadly, 14 lives were lost in the strike, including two children. A professor by education, Olena Yav

What just happened, Did you know DOGE tried to hack USAID?

The DOGE (Department of Government Efficiency) wanted a peep into USAID's digital fort. People were having secret chats about DOGE running up to USAID's headquarters for some codes. Several people’s hearts were pounding as some roving DOGE representatives were cleaned out after th

Strikes on ISIS: Trump Launches Airstrikes in Somalia

The U. S. President Trump announced that airstrikes were carried out on a group of ISIS planners and other members in Somalia. These attacks took place on the 27th of January. That is this month. He said the target was a senior ISIS member and other operatives hiding in caves. They were a threat to

Older Adults' Nutrition Crisis: A Global Wake-Up Call

Nutrition problems are still a big deal for older people around the world. Let's talk about four big ones: not enough protein and energy, lack of iodine, not enough vitamin A, and iron deficiency. These issues have been a concern for a long time, from 1990 to 2021. These health problems do not affe

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Sifting Through the Virtual Classroom Perceptions of Teachers and Students Following COVID

The swift and unexpected arrival of COVID really shook up education world wise. Teachers and students faced a sudden shift from walking into classrooms and standing in front of chalkboards. The requirements of information gatherings and the ease of interaction between the faculty and students as tea

Aid Uncertainty - What Happens Now?