Ever wondered why some schools have kids brushing their teeth while others don't? It's all about supervised toothbrushing programs (STPs). These programs help fight tooth decay by having kids brush their teeth at school with a fluoride toothpaste and staff watching over. But why aren't all schools d
Ever wondered what makes small farmers in South Africa decide to own livestock and how big their herds get? A recent study looked into this, focusing on the Eastern Cape. They talked to 600 farmers, with 495 actually owning livestock. The study found that beliefs in African traditional religion, acc
Ever wondered what influences teens' decisions to undergo gender-affirming surgery? A thorough look into the topic reveals that family, religion, and healthcare providers play significant roles. Let's dive in! First, family support is a big deal. Acceptance and encouragement from parents and siblin
Ever wondered how proteins interact in our cells? Let's dive into the relationship between MAP2c and 14-3-3ζ. MAP2c, a protein that hangs out near microtubules, gets cozy with 14-3-3ζ in a special way. This meeting depends on a process called PKA phosphorylation. Scientists used various tools like c
Ever wondered how we can really get over our fears? Turns out, the timing of our fear-facing sessions plays a big role. A recent study dug into how long-lasting our fearless memories can be. They tested different schedules like bunched-up (massed) and spread-out (spaced) training sessions. Guess wha
Ever since Wednesday, January 22, users of the Pixel Weather app have noticed some key settings have vanished. These settings include toggles for immersive vibrations and AI-powered weather reports, weather units, and app themes. Despite their disappearance, these features seem to be working non-sto
Ever wondered how weight-loss surgery influences family planning? In Switzerland, bariatric healthcare pros were quizzed about their views on reproductive health after these surgeries. The big question: how does morbid obesity and the weight loss journey affect fertility, pregnancy results, and birt
Ever wondered how schools teach kids about taking care of their teeth? Well, it turns out there are lots of different ways to do it! This study took a look at how well these methods work. They checked out the knowledge of primary school kids on oral hygiene after using various teaching techniques. T
Ever heard of a tumor that causes a lot of trouble before it's even discovered? That's what happened to an infant who unexpectedly faced superior vena cava (SVC) obstruction. SVC is a crucial vein that carries blood to the heart from the head and arms. This infant's trouble started when their perica
Everyone's been talking about the Miami Heat and the Minnesota Timberwolves' Julius Randle. But let's not forget about Jimmy Butler. Lately, he's been in hot water, missing practices and even getting suspended. Rumor has it, he wants out of Miami. All this drama has the Heat considering a trade. Oth
