In Mexico, teenagers face a unique challenge. They are exposed to violence and this exposure can lead to risky behaviors. One of these behaviors is the use of cigarettes and e-cigarettes. This is a serious issue because it can have long-term health effects. The problem is that many teens are using
In Thailand, a unique experiment took place. It involved showing movies to migrant and displaced caregivers from Myanmar. The goal? To see if these films could make a difference in how these caregivers treated their children and how they parented. The idea here is simple. If we can find a way to re
Growing up, many young people see their parents argue or even fight. Some folks think this might make them more likely to have violent relationships when they grow up. But, a recent study from the Netherlands challenges this idea. Researchers wanted to see if watching parents fight would make young
Biosimilars are like generic versions of biologic drugs. They are almost identical to the original biologic drug, known as the reference product. The first biosimilar hit the market in 2006. Since then, the path to creating and using biosimilars has faced many hurdles. These challenges can lead to p
Ramadan is a time when many Muslims fast from dawn to sunset. This can be tough for people with type 2 diabetes. Their blood sugar levels can go up and down a lot because they skip meals and change their medication times. This can make managing their diabetes harder. One medication that has been he
Pine wood nematodes, or PWNs, are a big problem for pine trees in northeast China. These tiny worms cause pine wilt disease, which can kill pine trees. Scientists have been using a chemical called emamectin benzoate (EB) to fight these nematodes. EB can help, but it doesn't always work well. That's
Near Romania's border with Ukraine, NATO's Allied Reaction Force (ARF) recently held large-scale military exercises. These drills, known as Steadfast Dart 25, involved tanks, fighter jets, and other military units from nine allied countries. These exercises showcased NATO's ability to respond swiftl
The White House has been buzzing with activity as President Trump and Elon Musk team up to shake things up in the federal workforce. Musk, leading the charge, demanded federal employees list their recent accomplishments or face potential termination. The demand, however, was met with confusion and
When it comes to comparing treatments for cancer, things can get tricky. Sometimes, studies don't line up perfectly, or there's only one group to compare against. This is where something called matching-adjusted indirect comparisons (MAICs) comes in. MAICs are a way to make sense of these mismatched
Work addiction is a real issue. It's not just about working hard; it's about being unable to stop. This problem is worldwide. People in 85 different cultures from six continents are affected. It's a big deal because it's hard to measure. Researchers need a reliable tool to study it. This tool must w
