Meet omadacycline, a superhero in the world of antibiotics! This new tetracycline agent fights bacteria that other drugs can't touch. How does it do it? By sneaking past their defenses – both the efflux pumps and the ribosomal methylation tricks. That's why omadacycline has a broader range of power
A new drug, upadacitinib, has been making waves in the treatment of severe eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis (AD). This medication is a Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitor, which means it stops certain enzymes from causing inflammation. It's been approved for kids aged 12 and above who have moderate
Have you heard of agile methodology? It's all about making learning hands-on and active. One popular way to do this is through something called "scrum. " Scrum is often used in project management, but this study looks at how nursing students feel about using it in their education. The goal is to fig
COVID-19 hit the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program - Education (SNAP-Ed) hard. Implementers had to deal with unexpected challenges. Some found ways to adapt, while others faced roadblocks. Looking back, there were certain things they wish they had known or done differently to prepare. Every
Imagine fasting during Ramadan with Type 1 diabetes. Sounds tough, right? But the MiniMed780G system might just be the game-changer many people need. A study from Saudi Arabia looked into how well this smart insulin pump kept blood sugar levels steady before, during, and after Ramadan. The team fro
Did you know that plastic waste can take hundreds of years to break down? That's why scientists are on the hunt for better solutions. One promising find is polyhydroxybutyrate, or PHB, a biodegradable polymer made by microbes. Mexico, with its diverse microbial world, is a hotspot for these tiny hel
Meet little Emma, a 10-year-old girl who had been experiencing some weird symptoms. She kept having strokes, which sounded really scary for someone so young. Doctors were puzzled because strokes usually happen to much older people. Emma also had a high fever that wouldn't go away, and her skin was c
In the past, the U. S. has tried to invade Canada several times. Now, President-Elect Donald Trump seems interested in absorbing Canada into the U. S. But why? Is it a serious proposal or just a bluff? Many Canadians don't want to be part of the U. S. , and annexing Canada could change U. S. politic
Canada is on the hunt for a new prime minister after Justin Trudeau stepped down. The Liberal Party will soon announce its choice, set for March 9. This change comes as the country faces big challenges like a shaky economy and rising political heat. Mark Carney, a finance expert who handled the 200
Ever wondered why leaf beetle larvae prefer to munch on old leaves while their parents enjoy fresh ones? Scientists found that these tiny creatures have a secret weapon: bacteria-borrowed genes. These genes help the larvae break down cellulose, a tough fiber found in mature leaves. Without these gen
