Fresh veggies might seem like a healthy choice, but they can hide some nasty surprises. In Northeast Thailand, where the weather is hot and humid, and farming is big, these surprises come in the form of intestinal parasites. These tiny critters can make you sick, which is a real problem for people l
Between 1840 and 1870, the province of Coquimbo saw a significant transformation in its medical practices. This shift was driven by the arrival of attending physicians at the San Juan de Dios Hospital in La Serena. These doctors brought with them the idea of modernizing local healthcare. One of the
Have you ever wondered how often women in China change their sanitary pads? A recent study set out to answer this question by looking at the habits of women in 28 different cities across the country. The study aimed to shed light on the frequency of pad changes and identify the key factors influenci
Have you ever thought about the dangers faced by the people who keep our hospitals clean? Sanitary workers in public hospitals in eastern Ethiopia are at a high risk of injuries. This isn't just because of unsafe tools or nasty workplace conditions. It's also due to overlooked risk factors and a lac
In the northern part of Gaza, tens of thousands of Palestinians are facing severe food shortages due to a month-long Israeli siege. The area has been cut off from food supplies, leading people to ration their last bits of lentils and flour. Some even risk their lives by searching for canned food in
Last week, a high-ranking Israeli general caused a stir with remarks suggesting the Gaza Strip might be fully evacuated. Brigadier General Itzik Cohen told journalists that residents of northern Gaza won't be allowed to return home. Humanitarian experts weighed in, warning this could break internati
The flow of aid into Gaza has hit an all-time low since the recent conflict began, according to UN data. Only 836 aid trucks have managed to enter the strip this month. Before the war, around 500 trucks filled with aid and trade goods would enter daily. Israel's COGAT agency reports that while dozen
Imagine you live in a place where there's almost no government. That's Gaza, and a big help there is UNRWA, a United Nations group that does lots of stuff like teaching kids, giving healthcare, and even helping people with their feelings. But recently, Israel said "no more" to UNRWA, claiming the gr
In the heart of Wisconsin, students and community members at UW-Eau Claire gathered to make a difference. They weren't studying for exams or playing sports—they were building portable solar panels. The goal? To bring light and warmth to Ukraine amidst the ongoing conflict. Ukraine faces harsh winte
Israel's parliament recently voted to shut down a long-standing United Nations agency, UNRWA, which supports millions of Palestinian refugees. This ban could severely harm millions of Palestinians who depend on the agency for vital services like education, healthcare, and food. Despite strong opposi
