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A Circular Bioeconomy Innovation Hub takes form in Ghana

To mitigate the negative effects of urbanization on resource use and environmental pollution, 15 key actors in the waste-sanitation-agriculture interface joined efforts to set up a Circular Bioeconomy Innovation Hub in Ghana.

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IWMI announces the appointment of five new members to its Board of Governors and Program Committee

Their expertise will be invaluable as the Institute works towards water systems transformation in the critical years ahead. 

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El Niño event declared: Impacts on the Limpopo river basin in Southern Africa expected

IWMI and CIMMYT encourage stakeholders in the Limpopo River Basin to stay informed about the evolving El Niño event and its potential implications.

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FAO and IWMI’s milestone book gives actionable guidelines on water quality for agriculture

Researchers offer technical solutions and best agricultural practices related to water quality, risk assessment and mitigation.

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IWMI part of global, five-year program to build sustainable food systems

IWMI will implement the Innovation Lab for Irrigation & Mechanization Systems, funded by USAID and led by University of Nebraska.

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IWMI announces development of a new, Google-supported tool that will harness AI and satellite data for water reuse in the Middle East and North Africa

A new grant from Google’s philanthropic arm will help researchers develop a tool to bolster water security and climate resilience in the Middle East and North Africa.

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How to Observe Krishna Janmashtami Fasting: Health Benefits of Nirjala

Highlights: Two main types of fasting are Nirjala (strict without water) and Phalahar (just fruits) Avoid grains




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Are You Addicted to Work? How to Spot and Overcome Workaholism

Highlights: Many people are struggling with workaholism, unable to disconnect from work Constantly checking emai




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Improve Your Cognitive Health With the MIND Diet

Highlights: People following the MIND diet experienced slower cognitive decline High diet adherence linked to a




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Five Mistakes to Avoid When Eating Almonds

Highlights: Balanced intake of almonds helps reduce digestive problems Almonds help lower bad cholesterol levels




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Is Raw Garlic a Health Booster or a Digestive Risk?

Highlights: Raw garlic contains antimicrobial properties that may benefit skin health Garlic may cause digestiv




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Navratri Fasting Made Easy: 5 Foods to Keep You Energized

Highlights: Sabudana provides quick energy with easy digestion Kuttu is rich in fiber, magnesium, and iron, help




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Heart-Healthy Diwali: Savor the Festivities, Stay Fit

Highlights: Swap sugar and refined flour for healthier alternatives Practice portion control and mindful eating




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Five Common Signs of Low Immunity in Kids

Highlights: Frequent infections and colds are common indicators of low immunity Chronic fatigue can hinder a chi




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Aging and Balance: How a Simple 30-Second Test Can Reveal Your Health

Highlights: Balance testing shows links between stability, strength, and aging Age-related muscle and sensory c




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Ovarian Aging and Its Impact on Women's Health and Longevity

As women age, their ovarian function declines, leading to reduced fertility and eventually medlinkmenopause/medlink. This transition significantly




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Women are More Vulnerable to Tech-Driven Stress

medlinkWomen/medlink face a higher risk of digital overload than men when managing work and family through technology, according to Lancaster University




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Every Cigarette a Risk: The Dangers of Smoking During Pregnancy

Smoking as little as 1-2 medlinkcigarettes/medlink per day, either before or during pregnancy, is strongly associated with serious health risks for the fetus (!--ref1--).




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False Positives Keep Women Away from Mammograms

While mammograms for early detection of medlinkbreast cancer/medlink save lives, false positives can cause medlinkanxiety/medlink and financial strain.




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IVF Success Rates: Does the Timing of Embryo Transfer Matter

Traditionally, three days following fertilization, embryos are placed into the uterus during IVF treatment. It is now also feasible to do this after five




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New Method to Extend Ovarian Healthspan, Delaying Menopause

Imagine your ovaries as a factory producing essential hormones. As you age, this factory's productivity declines, eventually leading to medlinkmenopause/medlink.




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Can Brain Activity Predict Postpartum Depression?

Approximately 80% of women experience "medlinkbaby blues/medlink" after giving birth, which is a brief period of feeling down. However, about one




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Iron Deficiency in Pregnancy: Need for Improved Screening Practice

During medlinkpregnancy/medlink, a woman's iron requirements increase nearly tenfold to adequately support fetal development and body's elevated iron needs.




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Period Poverty Affects One-Third of Teens in Emergency Rooms

One in three teens visiting a pediatric emergency room struggles to access menstrual products due to their inability to afford them. The research




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Precise Ultrasound Test Can Detect 96% of Ovarian Cancer

UK's current standard of care test for bmedlinkovarian cancer/medlink shall be replaced with an ultrasound test that can detect 96% of ovarian tumors




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Rising Challenges in Treating Vaginal Thrush

Vaginal thrush is a yeast infection that is generally harmless and treated with medication. It is a common infection, with 3 in every 4 women of reproductive age likely to be affected (!--ref1--).




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New Device Identifies Biomarkers in Breastfeeding

Researchers have developed a novel sensor capable of detecting sodium ions in breastmilk. This breakthrough is significant because elevated sodium levels




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Rise of Chain Fertility Clinics: A Positive Shift in IVF Care

In the U.S., the demand for in vitro fertilization (IVF) surged by nearly 140% from 2004 to 2018. This trend indicates a significant business opportunity,




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Is It Safe to Use Abortion Pills Very Early in Pregnancy?

The practice of ending a pregnancy is becoming more widespread. Clinics and hospitals currently postpone medication abortion until an ultrasound confirms the pregnancy is inside the uterus.




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New Sex Hormone Discovered

Scientists have discovered a new hormone that stimulates sexual functions in fish could lead to novel infertility treatments in humans. When University




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Human Eggs Prefer Some Men's Sperm Over Others: Study

Eggs use chemical signals to choose sperm, revealed new research from Stockholm University and Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust. Different women's




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Why Have Sexual Worries in Men Changed Over the Past Decade?

Over the past decade, men have become more open with their sexual concerns and have accepted that most sexual problems are treatable. Fewer men complain




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Fertility More Likely to Decline in the Wake of the Coronavirus Pandemic

New study outlines the findings on the link between COVID-19 and fertility. The findings of the study are published in the journal iScience/i. Throughout




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New Women Contraceptive Product Developed

bThe Human Contraception Antibody (HCA) is the new safe contraception method that stops sperm movement and also prevent from sexually transmitted infections/b.




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Study Identifies the 'Golden Window' for IVF Success

Teflon-like molecule makes womb slippery and prevents embryos implanting. New study finds IVF more likely to succeed when the slippery molecule is reduced.




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Link Between Herpes Simplex and Neurogenerative Diseases

Optineurin, or OPTN protein when present in the cells it restricts the spread of HSV-1, the herpes simplex virus type 1. The study finds a potential direct




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Gene Crucial to Sperm Cell Production Discovered

A new research has shed light on how sperm production can go wrong when a certain gene fails to function at the right time. The findings of the study are published in Cell Reports.




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Korean Scientists Reveal Links Between Sperm Quality and Mobile Phone Use

Mobile phones have brought the world closer and have made life easy during a very trying time. But those have their disadvantages too. They could have




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How Do Educational Sexual Health Programs Improve Safe Sex Behaviors?

Sexual health programs that include sexual desire and sexual pleasure can improve knowledge and attitudes around sex, as well as condom use compared to




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Compound GPHR-529 Pill: Advanced Pregnancy Prevention for Males

A team of research scientists said that they have developed a male oral contraceptive pill that didn't cause observable side effects, with the drug expected to enter human trials by the end of 2022.




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Male Fertility Have Such a Hard Time With Aging - Here's Why

The abnormalities associated with aging sperm cells might be exacerbated by elevated body mass index (BMI), suggests research that appears in the journal iDevelopmental Cell/i.




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Deforestation Drives Rabies Outbreaks

A recent study published in iEmerging Infectious Diseases,/i reveals that medlinkdeforestation/medlink in Costa Rica heightens the vulnerability




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Heatwaves in the Dark: Nocturnal Heat's Escalating Threat to Stroke Vulnerability

In a recent study, researchers from Helmholtz Munich and Augsburg University Hospital demonstrated that nocturnal heat significantly raises the risk of stroke.




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Going Green: Trading Meat for Veggies Slashes Carbon Footprint

Replacing meat with more medlinkvegetables and fruits/medlink can reduce household grocery medlinkgreenhouse gas emissions/medlink by over a quarter (26%) (!--ref1--).




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Giant Viruses Found on Greenland's Frozen Terrain

Every spring, as the sun rises in the Arctic after months of darkness, life reawakens. Polar bears emerge from their winter dens, arctic terns return




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"Painting With Light" Exposes the Visual Impact of Air Pollution

Collaborating researchers and artists have united to "paint with light," rendering invisible air pollution visible. Their efforts underscore the health




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Breathing Poison: Air Pollution's Hidden Threat to Cancer Survivors

Modern therapies have extended the lives of many medlinkcancer/medlink patients, yet survivors often endure chronic health conditions, including medlinkcardiovascular disease/medlink.




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Scorching Summer: How to Survive Extreme Heat While in a Heat Dome

Extreme heat alerts were sent to more than 100 million U.S. residents in 27 states this week due to the heat dome. h2What is a Heat Dome?/h2 A heat




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Plastic Waste Pollutes Even the Most Isolated Coasts

Norway's extensive and isolated coastline, spanning 28,953 kilometers with its fjords, is still affected by medlinkplastic pollution/medlink, a worldwide problem.




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Air Pollution can Affect Success of IVF Fertility Treatment

Exposure to fine particulate matter (PM) before the retrieval of oocytes (eggs) during medlinkin vitro fertilization/medlink (IVF) can reduce the