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The Silent Killer: Liver Cancer in Fish-Eating Villages

November 28, 2024

In the heart of southern Lao PDR, a silent killer lurks in the form of cholangiocarcinoma (CCA), a deadly liver cancer. This disease is, in part, caused by a tiny parasite called Opisthorchis viverrini (OV). People in high-risk rural communities often eat raw or undercooked river fish, which can car

health

The Dark Side of Social Media: How Teens Get Hooked

November 27, 2024

Social media is everywhere these days. It keeps us connected and entertained, but it also has a dark side. Teenagers are especially at risk for social media addiction. This means spending too much time online, feeling like they have to check their phones constantly, and letting it harm their real-li

health

Mental Health of Refugees in Campania: Stressors and Disorders

November 27, 2024

In Italy, the number of refugees and asylum seekers has been rising, bringing along social, economic, and health challenges. These groups often face tough times, which can take a toll on their mental well-being. Studies show that compared to the general population, refugees and asylum seekers are mo

health

Epilepsy Treatments: A Nationwide Look at Laser and Nerve Stimulation

November 27, 2024

Let's take a look at how two different treatments for epilepsy have been used across the United States. We're talking about Laser interstitial thermal therapy (LITT) and Vagus Nerve stimulation (VNS). Both are used to help people with epilepsy that doesn't respond to medicine. First, it's important

science

Discovering Inflammation-Fighting Compounds in Euphorbia peplus

November 27, 2024

Scientists have found a treasure trove of new chemicals in the Euphorbia peplus plant. These chemicals, known as ent-abietane diterpenoid lactones, were separated into a group of eleven never-seen-before ones (1-11) and nine already known ones (12-20). Figuring out their structures and which way the

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Exploring Symptom Patterns in Sports Concussions: A Look at the SCAT

November 27, 2024

The Sport Concussion Assessment Tool, or SCAT, is a popular tool used to diagnose concussions in athletes. It includes a list of 22 symptoms that can appear after a head injury. Scientists wanted to understand how these symptoms group together, so they used a method called confirmatory factor analys

politics

Lessons Democrats Must Learn from the 2024 Election

November 26, 2024

The 2024 election results are in, and they've shaken up some long-held beliefs among Democrats. It's time to reevaluate their strategies and assumptions. For years, Democrats believed that high voter turnout always works in their favor. However, the Trump era has flipped that script. Now, Democrats

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Genes and Habits: How They Affect Obesity in Pakistan

November 26, 2024

Obesity is a big problem worldwide, caused by a mix of genetics and daily habits like diet, lack of exercise, and sleep problems. This study looked at how certain versions of the Clock gene, which controls our body's internal clock, interact with daily habits to affect obesity in people from Pakista

science

Fixing MoS 2 Device Flaws: A Liquid Solution

November 26, 2024

Making semiconductors often leaves tiny issues, like dangling bonds and charge traps, on channels and interfaces. Fixing these can be tough, especially with small structures and thin materials like MoS 2 . High-energy treatments might cause more harm than good. So, scientists turned to hydrogen io

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How EGFR Gets Wrapped Up: Different Paths for Different Ligands

November 26, 2024

The epidermal growth factor receptor, or EGFR, helps cells grow and become specialized. But when things go wrong, EGFR can cause cancer. There are eight molecules, called ligands, that activate EGFR, with two main ones being epidermal growth factor (EGF) and transforming growth factor-α (TGF-α). Sci