Jan 19, 2026
ticks hibernate in the winter
Ticks do not undergo true hibernation like some mammals; instead most species enter a low‑energy or diapause state and shelter in leaf litter or on hosts, and many can become active during warm winter...
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What are best practices for communicating sexual boundaries and obtaining ongoing enthusiastic consent?
Communicating sexual boundaries and obtaining ongoing enthusiastic consent requires explicit, mutual, and repeated communication—consent is a clear, positive “yes,” not merely the absence of “no” . Be...
Jan 6, 2026
Where is ivermectin manufactured for human versus animal use?
Human-grade ivermectin is produced under pharmaceutical regulations and distributed as prescription tablets or topical formulations approved and overseen by agencies such as the FDA or EMA, whereas ve...