Death and grief are not easy to talk about. Talking to children about these can be harder still.
Sets of neurons work in sync to track ‘time’ and ‘place,’ giving humans context for past, present and future
Two studies led by UCLA researchers offer new insights into the way neurons in the human brain represent time and space—the most basic ingredients of consciousness of human existence and the primary dimensions of experience that allow us to reconstruct the past and envision the future.
Assessing uptake of tuberculosis preventive treatment in Cameroun and Ouganda
The Lancet Global Health journal published two papers on October 30 showing the effectiveness and health economical impact of community-based intervention for household child contact management. Led by the French National Research Institute for Sustainable Development (IRD), the CONTACT study for COmmunity iNtervention for Tuberculosis Active Contact Tracing and preventive therapy, was part of the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation (EGPAF)’s CaP-Tuberculosis (TB) Project.
deceit and IMPUNITY
It is the brazen impunity that is most shocking.
That in this day and age an educated person like Miles Sampa could even entertain the thought of electing himself as a leader of a broad based established party, is baffling.
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New tool reveals the impact of ‘jumping genes’ on diseases
RIKEN geneticists have developed a tool that can quickly and accurately analyze variants in mobile genetic elements, commonly known as “jumping genes.” This promises to shed light on the role such variants play in disease.
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New genes linked to ADHD identified, potentially paving the way for new treatments
Several new genes associated with conditions such as Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) have been identified, unearthing a significant connection between these disorders and our immune system that could lead to new treatments. The research from the University of Surrey, now published in Translational Psychiatry, also confirms the role of gene ADGRL3 in conditions such as ADHD, giving scientists a greater understanding of its workings.
Study develops guidance to tackle staff bullying and incivility in the NHS
Understanding why the NHS suffers from endemic levels of bullying and unprofessional behaviors could save the service £2.8 billion a year, according to a new investigation led by the University of Surrey.
Gremlin 1 cells discovery offers hope to treat and reverse osteoarthritis
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State abusing Judiciary to legitimise Sampa’s illegal activities – Nakacinda
By NATION REPORTER
GOVERNMENT is frantically and desperately abusing the Judiciary in executing its political clandestine plot to legitimise the illegal actions by expelled Matero Member of Parliament Miles Sampa who has purportedly installed himself as president of the Patriotic Front (PF) after staging a coup against his own leadership, Raphael Nakacinda has claimed.
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