International Journal of Hygiene and Environmental Health, 2025, 114614
The article reports widespread exposure to the endocrine-disrupting chemical di-n-hexyl phthalate (DnHxP) in Danish pregnant women, children, and adults, with significantly higher exposures during the summer months, likely due to contamination of the UV-filter diethylamino hydroxybenzyl hexyl benzoate (DHHB) in sunscreen products
International Day of Play 2026
The International Day of Play is observed each year on June 11. Proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in 2024, this day recognizes the essential role of play in human development. It aims to raise awareness, promote policy change, and support efforts to make play accessible for all—especially children—regardless of background or circumstance.
The Significance of Play
Sexual & Reproductive Healthcare, 2025, 101122
This study identifies key barriers to quality maternal and newborn healthcare in Zanzibar, including resource shortages, poor working conditions, and cultural factors, emphasizing the need for improved infrastructure and culturally sensitive approaches to enhance health outcomes.
Case Reports in Women's Health, 2025, e00695
Effective early recognition and standardized triage systems, such as the UK�s Birmingham Symptom-specific Obstetric Triage System, are essential for timely intervention in obstetric emergencies, especially amid rising complexities and health inequalities. Prioritizing inclusive, patient-centered care, robust safety investigations, and multidisciplinary teamwork are crucial for improving maternal and neonatal outcomes and ensuring equitable, high-quality maternity services.
Seminars in Oncology, 2025, 152352
The World Health Organization reports that cervical cancer ranks as the eighth most common cancer worldwide and is the ninth leading cause of cancer-related deaths. Cervical cancer is a significant global health challenge, with high incidence and mortality rates, especially in sub-Saharan Africa. While immunotherapy has emerged as a promising strategy, its efficacy is variable among patients. Predictive biomarkers are essential for identifying patients most likely to benefit from immunotherapy.
City and Environment Interactions, 2025, 100214
This study employs high-resolution UAV thermal imagery and machine learning to analyze microscale urban heat patterns in a vulnerable residential neighborhood in Daejeon, South Korea, identifying key factors such as alley width and proximity to rivers that influence thermal vulnerability. By informing targeted heat mitigation strategies in urban regeneration areas, the research supports SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) and SDG 13 (Climate Action), advancing the World Population Day goal to �Leave No One Behind� by addressing localized climate risks in densely populated, marginalized urban settings.
International Day of Families 2026
The International Day of Families is observed each year on May 15. Established by the United Nations General Assembly in 1993, this day serves as a platform to recognize the value of families in society and to encourage policies that support family well-being, equality, and development. It brings attention to the ways families shape communities and influence progress across education, health, employment, and social inclusion.
International Day of Plant Health 2026
The International Day of Plant Health is observed each year on May 12. Established by the United Nations and supported by the Food and Agriculture Organization, the day raises awareness about the role of plant health in protecting food security, environmental balance, and economic stability. This observance encourages action to prevent the spread of plant pests and diseases, which threaten crops, livelihoods, and the planet’s ecosystems.
