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Mentorship Mastery: A Guide for Infectious Diseases Physicians

July 17, 2026

Early career physician-scientists in infectious diseases often face a daunting challenge: finding the right mentors to guide them through their journey. A well-crafted mentorship team can make all the difference in their professional growth and development. To succeed, these physician-scientists nee

education

Navigating Healthcare 101

July 17, 2026

In a rapidly changing world, young adults are expected to make informed decisions about their health. However, many are not equipped with the necessary skills to navigate the complex healthcare system. A recent initiative at a large private university aimed to bridge this gap by introducing a compre

health

Coffee Workers in Ethiopia's Agaro Region Face Hidden Dangers

July 17, 2026

In the Agaro region of Southwest Ethiopia, a growing concern is emerging among workers in the dry coffee processing industry. Their work environment is filled with high levels of dust, which poses serious health risks. Researchers recently conducted a study to assess the extent of dust exposure and

health

Lung Cancer in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Quality of Life Crisis

July 17, 2026

Lung cancer is a leading cause of cancer deaths in sub-Saharan Africa. Patients often receive late diagnoses due to low awareness, cultural barriers, and limited healthcare resources. A recent study set out to understand the quality of life and symptoms experienced by lung cancer patients in this re

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Physical Activity in Mental Health Training Lags Behind

July 17, 2026

In Aotearoa New Zealand, the connection between physical activity and mental wellbeing is clear, but its application in healthcare settings is limited. A recent survey of educators who teach future mental health professionals reveals a gap in training. The survey involved 90 educators from vario

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Malawi's COVID-19 Chatbot Success

July 17, 2026

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Malawi took a bold step by launching a national chatbot on WhatsApp. This move made them one of the first African countries to use digital health tools to streamline COVID-19 support. The chatbot was designed to provide the public with vital information, help report sym

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HIV in the Central African Republic: A Complex Web of Risk Factors

July 17, 2026

The Central African Republic is struggling with a long-standing socio-political crisis. This crisis has far-reaching consequences, including the spread of HIV. Researchers have been studying the factors that contribute to the spread of HIV in the country. They found that the national HIV prevalence

science

The Hidden Flaws in Histology's Latin Roots

July 17, 2026

Experts in human histology and cytology rely on a universal language to describe their findings. This language, known as Terminologia Histologica, contains 1093 Latin words that function as adjectives. However, a closer look reveals that 56 of these words, or about 5%, have linguistic issues. These

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HIV and TB: A Growing Concern in India

July 17, 2026

India is struggling with a double health threat: the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and tuberculosis (TB). The country has one of the highest rates of TB in Asia. Researchers have been studying how often people in India have both HIV and TB, and what factors contribute to this problem. They lo

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Exercise for Better Sleep in Breast Cancer Patients

July 17, 2026

Breast cancer patients often struggle with sleep. Researchers have been looking into how different types of exercise can help. They checked out a bunch of studies to see what works best. The researchers found 39 studies with over 4,000 participants. They compared different exercise types to see ho

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