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Mosquitoes and Us: A Rural Indian Village's Fight Against Deadly Diseases

December 26, 2025

In the heart of rural Uttar Pradesh, India, mosquitoes are more than just a nuisance. They bring serious diseases like malaria, dengue, chikungunya, and filariasis. These illnesses are a big problem in this region. Even though there are national programs to fight them, not everyone in the community

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Zambia's Hidden Fight: How People and Wildlife Share the Risk of Anthrax

October 1, 2025

In Zambia, anthrax is a big problem that affects both people and animals. It's a disease that can spread from animals to humans, and it's especially risky in places where wildlife, livestock, and people live close together. Three areas in Zambia—Simalaha Conservancy, Blue Lagoon, and Lochinvar Natio

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Public Views on Emergency Care Prioritization in Oman

April 8, 2025

In Oman, there is a noticeable gap in understanding how the public views the system used to prioritize patients in emergency rooms. This system is called triage, and it is crucial for deciding who needs immediate attention. A recent effort focused on exploring this topic at a major hospital in Musca