Brazil's commitment to lung health is not just a recent trend. It's a journey that has been ongoing for decades. At the heart of this journey are two key players: a society and a journal. Both have been working quietly but effectively to improve lung health in the country. First, let's talk about t
Republicans are making a big deal about transgender health care. They say they're protecting kids from treatments they think are harmful. But doctors say they're wrong. The American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Medical Association support gender-affirming care. They say it's important for
Brazil's congress has given a boost to Jair Bolsonaro, the ex-president who was handed a 27-year prison term for plotting to overthrow the government after the 2022 elections. The new law, which has been cleared by both the lower house and the senate, could cut Bolsonaro's time behind bars significa
Brazil is becoming a hotspot for crypto investments. A new player, Valour, just got the green light to launch a Solana ETP on the B3 exchange. This means Brazilian investors can now easily add Solana to their portfolios without dealing with the complexities of direct crypto trading. Valour already
Brazil's gold mining history has left a messy mark. Mercury, used to extract gold, has polluted the environment in ways that are hard to undo. This isn't just a problem for nature; it's a health risk for people too. Mercury gets into the environment in three main ways. First, new mercury is added d
Brazil's teen pregnancy rates have been on a rollercoaster over the past 13 years. Between 2010 and 2023, the numbers first climbed and then started to fall. By 2023, the rate for girls aged 15-19 was 41. 6 births per 1, 000, while for those aged 10-14, it was just 2. 1 per 1, 000. These numbers sho
Republicans are in a pickle. They want a health care plan, but they're not sure what should be in it. It's like trying to put together a puzzle without looking at the picture on the box. Some senators are worried that if they don't figure it out soon, they'll face a political storm in the 2026 midte
Brazil is set to make a big splash in the soybean world. By 2025/26, the country is expected to produce a whopping 178 million metric tons of soybeans. That's a lot of soy! This forecast comes from Itau BBA, a big name in the industry. The U. S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) thinks Brazil will pr
Brazil is reaching out to the US for assistance in tackling organized crime and the smuggling of weapons. This request comes as part of broader trade discussions, following a recent police operation in Brazil that targeted tax evasion and money laundering in the fuel industry. Investigations in Bra
Brazil is reaching out to the US for help in tackling money laundering and illegal arms trafficking. The finance minister, Fernando Haddad, announced this plan recently. He pointed out that US-based funds are being misused to launder money and hide foreign investments in Brazil. This issue came to l
