Recent studies have revealed that wild chimpanzees exhibit remarkable behaviors related to health and care, including using leaves for hygiene and administering first aid to one another with medicinal plants. Observations in Uganda have shown chimpanzees caring for their own injuries as well as treating the wounds of their companions, showcasing a sophisticated understanding of the healing properties of certain plants. Scientists are eager to explore the motivations behind these caring behaviors, further emphasizing the complex social structures and emotional connections within chimpanzee communities.