Mothers of young children are on the front lines of a battle that often goes unnoticed. This battle is against antibiotic resistance, a growing problem that affects everyone, especially kids under five. To tackle this issue, awareness programs are stepping in to educate mothers about the proper use
Iron is a big deal for plants. It is crucial for many processes. These include breathing, making chlorophyll, and helping with photosynthesis. When plants don't get enough iron, their roots have to work harder. This is where a special enzyme comes in. It is called H+ -ATPase. This enzyme helps lower
Obesity is a serious health problem that often leads to early death. Most studies on body mass index (BMI) have focused on people of European background. A recent study looked at the DNA of 88, 873 people from the Trans-Omics for Precision Medicine (TOPMed) Program. Half of these participants came f
Hospitals today face a big problem. Diseases that spread quickly have been popping up more often. These outbreaks put a lot of stress on healthcare systems. They need better ways to manage resources and handle crises. This is where the idea of hospital resilience comes in. It is all about how well h
The President of the United States, Donald Trump, recently had a check-up. This was not just any check-up. It included a test to see how well his brain was working. He boasted about it. He said he got every answer right. He took other tests too. These were to check his heart and other parts of his b
The Pixel 9a has hit the market, and with it, Google has given a peek into the design journey of its camera. The company experimented with various shapes and sizes for the rear camera bump, aiming for a balance between aesthetics and durability. The final design features a pill-shaped bump with a s
Maize plants have a clever way of dealing with tough times. They use their lateral roots to grab water and nutrients from the soil. These roots branch out, helping the plant stay strong and productive. But how do these roots know when and how to grow? That's where a special protein comes in. This p
Clinical trials are crucial for developing new treatments. However, some groups are often left out. This is a big problem because it means the treatments might not work as well for these groups. One such group is young adults. They are an important group to include because they will be the ones usin
In Denmark, a recent study looked at how well ivermectin works against strongylid worms in horses. These worms are everywhere and can make horses very sick. One big problem is that these worms are getting resistant to the drugs meant to kill them. Some countries in Europe have made rules to limit ho
Understanding how weight changes over time can be crucial for brain health. Many studies have shown that being overweight in midlife can lead to thinking problems later on. However, there is a gap in knowledge about how weight changes from early adulthood to midlife impact cognitive decline. This
