ETHIOPIAS

Feb 28 2025HEALTH

Dads' Feelings Matter: A Look at Pregnancy in Ethiopia

Pregnancy is a big deal, and not just for the moms-to-be. Dads play a huge role too, especially when it comes to their emotions. In Ethiopia, a group of researchers wanted to find out how dads felt when they found out about their partner's pregnancy. They asked pregnant women to share their husband's or partner's reactions. This isn't just about feelings, though. Ho...

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Jan 14 2025HEALTH

Boosting Skills for Ethiopia's Health Workers: A Look at Training Programs

Ever wondered what makes health services in Ethiopia tick? A lot of that has to do with health extension workers, or HEWs. These folks are on the front lines, providing care to communities. Since the Health Extension Program started, various training programs, known as capacity-building interventions, have been designed to boost their skills. But, hold on, no one's r...

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Nov 23 2024SCIENCE

Meet Lucy: The Ancient Hominid That Changed Our Story

Lucy, the famous fossil discovered in Ethiopia 50 years ago, is still revealing secrets. This ancient hominid, named after the Beatles' song "Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds, " was found by a team of scientists in 1974. The 3. 18-million-year-old bones, including dental remains and parts of the pelvis and femur, make up about 40% of Lucy's skeleton. She walked on two l...

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