A simple and colorimetric method utilizing cell-free toehold switch sensors for the detection of Chlamydia trachomatis, Ureaplasma urealyticum and Neisseria gonorrhoeae.

Background: Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) rank among the most prevalent acute infectious conditions and remain a major global public health concern. Notable STI pathogens include Chlamydia trachomatis (CT), Ureaplasma urealyticum (UU), and Neisseria gonorrhoeae (NG). Early detection and diagnosis are crucial for controlling the spread of STIs.

Core self-evaluation, mental health and mobile phone dependence in Chinese high school students: why should we care.

Background: Mobile phone dependence is a common problem in the population of high school students. We aimed to evaluate the core self-evaluation, mental health and mobile phone dependence in Chinese high school students, to provide reliable evidence to the support of high school students.

Methods: We conducted a survey of high school students in Xiamen, China.