When a child gets a new liver, doctors have to keep a close eye on something called Epstein-Barr virus, or EBV. This virus can lead to a serious problem known as post-transplant lymphoproliferative disorder, or PTLD. PTLD is one of the most common cancers that can happen after a liver transplant, an
Bali is a place where people from all over the world go to enjoy the sun, sand, and surf. But there's a serious health problem on the island. Dengue fever, caused by the dengue virus, is a big issue. It's not just a minor illness. It can be deadly. The dengue virus is tricky. There are four main ty
Plantain, also known as Plantago lanceolata, is a common plant that has been used for centuries in traditional medicine. It's been recognized as safe by various pharmacopeias, which are like rulebooks for medicines. This study looked at how different parts of the plant, specifically the leaves, migh
Apple recently made a big decision that has everyone talking. They decided to turn off a security feature called Advanced Data Protection (ADP) in the UK. This feature was designed to keep data safe by using something called end-to-end encryption. This means that only the people sending and receivin
People with mental health issues often end up needing emergency care. Ambulance services are there to help anyone, at any time, in any place. This means they deal with a wide range of situations, including mental health crises. The job of an ambulance crew is to provide care and treatment to people
Spy apps Cocospy and Spyic have a big problem. A security flaw in these apps is leaking personal data from millions of phones and tablets. This data includes messages, photos, and call logs. The flaw also exposes the email addresses of people who signed up to use these apps to spy on others. The ap
Dental sealant programs in schools have long been a lifeline for kids who might not otherwise see a dentist. These programs do more than just help kids' teeth; they also gather important data. This data can help track how well dental care is reaching kids and where it's falling short. When schools s
Infertility is a common issue for many women, and it's often tied to oxidative stress. This stress happens when harmful free radicals overwhelm the body's antioxidant defenses. This imbalance can cause significant problems for the reproductive system. A new measurement tool, the oxidative balance sc
Austria has been keeping a close eye on the remnants of COVID-19. The country has been using wastewater data to estimate the number of infections after the pandemic. This approach is not new. Wastewater has been used to track other diseases in the past. It is a clever way to monitor the spread o
Academics often face a unique challenge: the constant overlap between their professional and personal lives. This isn't just about balancing work and life; it's about how the very nature of academic work blurs the lines between the two. Unlike typical 9-to-5 jobs, academia often demands irregular ho
