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The world of implementation science often relies on self-report measures. This is because many important factors are hard to observe directly. However, when surveys become too complex, people might rush through them or not pay full attention. This can lead to inaccurate data, which is a big problem

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The Hidden Power of Gut Bacteria in Fall Armyworms

The fall armyworm, a notorious pest, owes part of its success to tiny helpers living in its gut. These gut bacteria play a big role in how well the fall armyworm reproduces and spreads. They do this by tweaking important hormones in the insect's body. This is not just about reproduction, though. The

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Senate's Tough Task: Shaping the Tax and Immigration Bill

The political landscape is shifting as the tax and immigration bill moves from the House to the Senate. In the House, Republicans celebrated a narrow victory, but in the Senate, the mood is more reserved. Senate Majority Leader John Thune has a slim margin. He can only afford to lose three Republica

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A New Marine Predator Discovered in British Columbia

A new marine reptile species has been discovered in British Columbia. This creature is part of the elasmosaur group, which lived in the Late Cretaceous period. The discovery was made possible by advanced deep-ocean technology and paleontology research. This new species, named Traskasaura sandrae, ha

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Medicaid's Political Battle: States vs. The House

The House has passed a budget bill that could significantly impact states offering health coverage to immigrants without legal status. This bill, dubbed "One Big Beautiful Bill, " aims to reduce federal Medicaid funding for these states. The affected states, mostly led by Democrats, provide healthca

How Misaligned Heart Valves Affect Recovery

A heart procedure called transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) is used to fix faulty aortic valves. Sometimes, during this procedure, the new valve doesn't line up perfectly with the old one. This misalignment is called noncoaxial placement. It can be spotted using a special type of imaging

The Truth Behind Vaccine Hesitancy in Developing Countries

The COVID-19 pandemic has left a massive trail of data. One of the most talked-about topics is vaccine hesitancy. This is especially true in low- and middle-income countries. These countries have been using mobile phone surveys to gather information. The goal is to understand why some people are rel

Patients Spill the Beans on Reporting Side Effects in Cancer Trials

Electronic platforms are changing how cancer patients report side effects during clinical trials. This shift is crucial because accurate reporting of adverse events is key to the success of these trials. The patient's voice is becoming more important in the medical world. For the past decade, the

The Pill's Early Days: How Did America First Hear About It?

The first birth control pill hit the U. S. market in 1960. But, people knew little about it. Newspapers were the main source of information for the average person. The New York Times was one of the most popular newspapers at the time. It published many articles about the pill between 1951 and 19

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Unmasking Hidden Threats in Power Grids