by Cameron Webb, The Conversation Credit: CC0 Public Domain The extreme weather and flooding in recent days is likely to boost mosquito numbers, even as we say goodbye to summer. Like all insects, mosquitoes thrive in warm conditions. Water is also critical for the mosquito’s life cycle, as they lay eggs in and around water. More water...
UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO As many expectant mothers know, getting enough folate is key to avoiding neural tube defects in the baby during pregnancy. But for the individuals who carry certain genetic variants, dealing with folate deficiency can be a life-long struggle that can lead to serious neurological and heart problems and even death. Now a...
