Tanzania, like many other countries in Sub-Saharan Africa, is going through big changes. These changes are affecting how people live and what they eat. In the past, people in rural areas ate differently than those in cities. But now, things are changing. People in both rural and urban areas are star
Imagine waking up one day to find that the land you've called home for years is suddenly gone. This is the harsh reality for many residents of Kigali, Rwanda's capital city. The city is growing fast, and with this growth comes a lot of changes. One of the biggest changes is land expropriation. This
For decades, scholars have been studying the complex issue of abuse against women. Many of these experts have focused on the concept of patriarchy, or the idea that men hold more power in society. This approach has led to some significant breakthroughs in understanding the problem. However, in recen
Colon cancer is a big deal. It's the third most common cancer in the world. And it's getting worse in countries that are not super rich but not super poor either. This is a problem that needs attention. Let's talk about Asia. It's a huge place with lots of different countries. Some are doin
In China, grandparents are stepping up to raise kids more than ever. This shift has sparked interest in how it affects children's future goals. Researchers dug into a massive survey called the "China Family Panel Studies" to find out how family wealth and social standing influence kids' expectations
When we talk about how death rates differ between groups, we often look at simple numbers like life expectancy or death rates. But these numbers don't tell the whole story. They miss out on important details about how death rates are spread out among different ages. A new approach uses a measure cal
Scientists are diving into a fascinating question: Do animals have feelings and consciousness? This isn't just about pets or farm animals. It's about creatures from bugs to whales. Researchers are using experiments and observations to figure this out. Imagine a lab where scientists study ho
Metabolic syndrome, or MetS, is a group of conditions that can lead to serious health issues. It's like a recipe for trouble, with high blood pressure, high blood sugar, excess body fat around the waist, and abnormal cholesterol or triglyceride levels. These conditions can increase the risk of hea
People from different walks of life face different health challenges. This is especially true when it comes to having multiple long-term health issues, known as multimorbidity. Multimorbidity means having more than one chronic condition at the same time. It can lead to higher death rates and a lower
Imagine a parasite that thrives in warm, humid conditions. Fasciola spp. is a parasite that causes fasciolosis, a disease that's becoming more common in warmer regions. This study looked at how climate affects the presence of Fasciola spp. in Iran, especially in Gilan province, a known hotspot for t
