Bats are known carriers of coronaviruses, including those responsible for SARS and MERS. With the COVID-19 pandemic, understanding these viruses in bat populations has become crucial. A review of studies across Europe found that bats in countries like Italy and Germany carry a variety of coronavirus
Knee cartilage damage, especially around the kneecap (patella), is quite common. Unfortunately, these injuries don’t heal on their own easily, so surgery might be necessary to fix them, improve symptoms, and slow down the development of knee arthritis. We know a lot about fixing cartilage in other p
Ever wondered what makes someone who attempted suicide decide to seek help? Researchers are diving into this question, focusing on factors like how much people know about suicide, how they feel about it, and the support they get from others. They're using a method called structural equation modeling
Vaccines save children's lives by keeping them safe from serious diseases. But in East Gojam, Amhara Region, Ethiopia, not all kids are getting the shots they need. A recent study looked into why this happens. It's not just about how much money families have, but also where they live, what they beli
In the heart of Ethiopia, a unique farming system thrives where sheep, goats, and cattle share the same pastures. This communal grazing practice is the backbone of many people's livelihoods. However, a tiny yet powerful foe threatens this sustainable setup: gastrointestinal nematodes, or worms. With
You might be surprised to learn that scientists are turning to old drugs to combat COVID-19. Medicines like chloroquine, ivermectin, and remdesivir are being explored as potential weapons against the new coronavirus. These drugs aren't fresh off the assembly line, but they could be mighty effective
Scientists have turned to Twitter to figure out what people really think about medicines used to treat COVID-19. They dug through over 600, 000 US tweets from January 2020 to November 2021, focusing on four drugs: Hydroxychloroquine and Ivermectin, which had some anecdotal support, and Molnupiravir
Every year, millions suffer from Schistosoma mansoni infections, a nasty parasite that's tough to kick out with regular drugs. Scientists in a lab decided to test a new approach using ivermectin, a drug that usually works against other worms. They wanted to see if boosting ivermectin's potency with
People living with cognitive impairment often rely on medications that affect their central nervous system. These drugs, known as CNS-active potentially inappropriate medications (CNS-PIM), can lead to harmful side effects. Patient portals, designed to help with medication conversations, could be a
Makeup doesn't last forever, and using it past its expiration date can be risky. Powder products like blush or eyeshadow can stay good for up to two years, while liquid ones like foundation might last only six months to a year. Mascara and liquid eyeliner are the quickest to go bad, at just three mo
