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May 10 2025HEALTH

How Pictures Can Shape Minds: Family Planning in Viranşehir

In the heart of Viranşehir, a unique experiment unfolded. It focused on married women who could not read or write. These women were of childbearing age. The goal was to see if pictures could change their views on family planning. Could visual aids influence their choices about birth control? The id

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May 10 2025HEALTH

Mosquito Nets: Why Aren't Pregnant Women in Ghana Using Them?

In Ghana, pregnant women are not using mosquito nets as much as they should. This is a big problem because mosquito nets are a proven way to stop malaria. Malaria is caused by a tiny parasite called plasmodium. It is spread by mosquitoes and can be very dangerous for pregnant women and their babies.

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May 10 2025HEALTH

Women's Health: Bridging the Gap in Diabetes and Menopause Care

Women going through menopause while managing diabetes face a unique set of challenges. The Diabetes Research Steering Groups (DRSGs) recently held a workshop to tackle this issue. They wanted to figure out how to better support these women. The workshop was all about listening to the women themselve

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May 09 2025HEALTH

Helping Refugee Women Spot Dangerous Patterns

Refugee women often face a hidden danger in their new homes. This danger is not from the outside world, but from within their own relationships. It is called coercive control. This is a sneaky form of intimate partner violence. It is not just about physical harm. It is about one partner controlling

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May 09 2025HEALTH

Breast Cancer and Lifestyle: A Look at Immigrant Women in Northern California

Breast cancer is a major health issue for many women in the US. It affects Asian, Hispanic, and non-Hispanic White women at high rates. Many of these women are immigrants. A healthy lifestyle is crucial for these women. It can greatly improve their chances of surviving breast cancer. However, there

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May 04 2025SPORTS

Sha'Carri Richardson: A Champion's Call to Action

Sha'Carri Richardson is a name that has become synonymous with determination and triumph. Her journey to the top has been nothing short of inspiring. She has shown the world that success is not just about winning medals, but also about making a difference. In 2025, Nike made a bold move by signing h

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May 02 2025SCIENCE

A Minor Glitch in a Major Milestone

A small issue popped up during a big moment in space history. Two astronauts, Anne McClain and Nichole Ayers, stepped out of the International Space Station for a special task. Their mission? To install a bracket for a new solar array. This upgrade could boost the station's power by up to 30 percent

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May 01 2025HEALTH

The Hidden Weapon: How Guilt and Shame Trap Victims

The power of guilt and shame is often underestimated. These emotions can be used as tools to control and manipulate others. This is especially true in cases of intimate partner violence, where abusers use guilt and shame to trap their partners. This tactic is particularly prevalent among 2SLGBTQQIA+

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Apr 30 2025HEALTH

Latina Women and Cervical Cancer Screening: What's Really Going On?

Latina women in the U. S. face a tough reality. They are more likely to be diagnosed with cervical cancer than other groups. This is a big problem because cervical cancer is very treatable if caught early. So, why aren't more Latina women getting screened? A recent study dug into this question, look

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Apr 30 2025HEALTH

Young Women in Nigeria: The Realities of Premarital Sex

In Nigeria, young women aged 15 to 24 face significant risks when it comes to premarital sex. These risks include unwanted pregnancies, unsafe abortions, and sexually transmitted infections, including HIV/AIDS. These issues can also lead to high dropout rates from school. This is a serious problem t

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