Mucormycosis or ‘black fungus’, is a fungal infection affecting the sinuses, lungs, brain, and skin. The fungal infection is rare but can be fatal for those with a weakened immune system. Those that…
Category: 5. Health
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Losing your job is bad for your health, but there are things you can do to minimize the harm
The Trump administration’s firing and furloughing of tens of thousands of federal workers and contractors have obviously caused economic hardship for Americans employed in national parks, research labs and dozens of government agencies.
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Makary’s FDA Has Options In Industry Fight Over Weight Loss Drugs
Interior view of Novo Nordisk’s headquarters in Denmark. It is a leading global pharmaceutical … More
Americans pay more for prescription drugs than citizens in any…
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USC’s JuJu Watkins Tears ACL. Why Women Suffer This Injury More Often
JuJu Watkins #12 of the USC Trojans suffered a right anterior cruciate ligament tear against the … More
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Children of moms who smoked or were obese are more likely to become obese adults
A study finds that factors beyond a person’s control, like socioeconomic status and whether their mom smoked or was obese, can influence whether they are overweight or obese as teenagers or adults. Glenna Nightingale of the University of…
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Research finds potential ‘molecular mimics’ behind COVID-induced autoimmune disease
COVID infection has been linked to higher risk of autoimmune disorders, including rheumatoid arthritis and type 1 diabetes. But why the virus might cause the body’s immune system to go haywire remains unknown, making it difficult to develop…
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Surgeons transplanted a pig’s liver into a human
A genetically modified mini pig’s liver was able to function in the body of a brain-dead patient throughout a 10-day experiment.
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The Doctors Company’s $1B Buy May Spur More Malpractice Insurer Deals
News that The Doctors Company is spending $1.3 billion to buy ProAssurance and take the specialty … More
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What 23andMe’s bankruptcy means for your genetic data
A genetic data giant is falling, and it’s unclear what will happen to millions of people’s most intimate personal information in the aftermath.
On March 23, DNA testing company 23andMe announced it was filing for Chapter 11…
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