When it comes to tobacco products, there's more than meets the eye. Pesticides are often used in tobacco farming. This means that when people smoke, they might be inhaling more than just tobacco. The focus here is on organochlorine pesticides (OCPs) in waterpipe tobacco, also known as hookah or s
The world of tiny, single-celled organisms called Asgard archaea is revealing secrets about the origins of complex life. These microscopic beings have been under the microscope for their shape, how they function, and their genetic makeup. This has given scientists clues about how complex cells, kn
College sports is under the spotlight, and the White House is stepping in to help clean up the mess. President Trump is reportedly planning to form a presidential commission focused on college athletics. This group will likely include key figures from the college sports world, as well as influential
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a serious condition that affects many people. It puts patients at a higher risk of encephalopathy, a brain disorder. This risk increases when other chronic diseases are present. One such disease is hypertension, or high blood pressure. Hypertension is known to cause b
Staphylococcus aureus, or S. aureus, is a big problem. It causes nasty infections in both people and animals. The main issue is that it has become resistant to many antibiotics. This makes it very difficult to treat. So, scientists are looking for new ways to fight this superbug. One promising appro
Teenagers and adults involved in education and sports have a lot to say about fitness apps. They want something that is fun and useful. The goal was to find out what teens, teachers, coaches, managers, and app experts think about the fitness apps that are out there. They also wanted to know wha
In the heart of southwest Iran, a rural area near Ahvaz City is grappling with a tricky problem. This place experiences both floods and droughts, a weird mix that makes life tough for the locals. This is not just about the weather being unpredictable. It is about how people live and work with the la
The impact of energy uncertainty on political stability across Europe has been a hot topic in recent years. We are going to take a look at how energy risk has played a role in the political climate of 35 European countries from 2000 to 2022. This is a critical look at the topic. It's important to
The goal was to figure out what makes a medication adherence dashboard truly useful. This meant finding out what patients, their caregivers, and healthcare providers actually need. To do this, a four-part study was carried out. The first part involved showing existing dashboards to these groups and
Salmonella is a sneaky bacteria that can make both animals and humans sick. It's a big deal in the world of food safety. Scientists wanted to dig deeper into the genetic makeup of Salmonella strains that often fly under the radar, especially those from poultry and humans. They looked at 301 samples,
