“They Were Everywhere” – Exploding Monkey and Pig Populations Pose Human Disease Risk
Rising numbers of wild pigs and macaque monkeys in Southeast Asia pose risks to native forests and could lead to disease spread among livestock and…
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Startling New Research: Sickle Cell Disease Is 11 Times More Deadly Than Previously Thought
The hereditary illness affects 8 million individuals, disproportionately impacting young adults, adolescents, and children. A recent study indicates that the death toll attributed to sickle…
The Hidden Pandemic Time Bomb: Zoonotic Disease Threats Uncovered in the US
A recent study by Harvard Law School and New York University highlights the potential threat of future pandemics from animal industries in the United States….
Is the U.S. Ready for an African Swine Fever Outbreak?
In a recent study conducted by North Carolina State University researchers, a computer model was employed to explore the potential spread of African swine fever…
Not So Rare After All: Unveiling the True Prevalence of “Rare” Diseases
Rare diseases are often caused by defects in genetic material. Children who inherit a single faulty gene from one parent are typically asymptomatic “carriers” –…
Survival Is a Disgusting Matter – How Nature Uses Revulsion as a Shield
Scientists unveil multiple animal species’ disease avoidance strategies. Life for all creatures, humans included, would be a lot more straightforward if diseases were as noticeable…
Causing Highly Contagious Diarrheal Disease – Antibiotic-Resistant Shigella sonnei Strain Detected in France
The emergence of extensively drug-resistant (XDR) strains of Shigella sonnei has been detected by scientists at the Institut Pasteur’s French National Reference Center for Escherichia…
Unlocking the Secrets of Developmental Disorders: 5,500 People Receive Life-Changing Diagnoses
A major nationwide study has allowed for approximately 5,500 individuals with severe developmental disorders to know the genetic cause of their condition. The study will…
Scientists Have Identified the Genetic Causes of Three Previously Unexplained Rare Diseases
Researchers at Mount Sinai have created a computational method that enables the identification of previously unknown genetic causes for primary lymphedema, thoracic aortic aneurysm disease,…
“Glow-in-the-Dark” Proteins: The Future of Viral Disease Detection?
Although there have been significant advancements in diagnostic tests for viral diseases, many highly sensitive tests still rely on complex sample preparation and result interpretation…
Unlocking the Secrets of Cellular Uptake: Revolutionary Discovery Paves Way for New Cancer and Disease Treatments
Revolutionary bitopic inhibitors pave the way for innovative disease treatment strategies. The development of drugs is a balancing act between making sure the drug is…
Marine Disaster: Ships May Be Fueling a Coral-Killing Epidemic
These new findings may provide a basis for developing strategies to prevent the further spread of the disease. According to a recent study conducted by…
Small Mammals Can Be Reservoirs for a Life-Threatening Disease
Rodents are reservoirs of fungal pathogens. Because fungal infections are on the rise in the human population, it is critical for health officials to understand…
Cheaper and Safer: A New Effective Treatment for Abnormal Blood Vessel Formations
A new study finds that thalidomide can treat abnormal blood vessel formations. The same properties of thalidomide, the prevention of blood vessel development (anti-angiogenesis), which…
Scientists Discover a New Horrifying Genetic Disease
A new genetic disease slows down children’s brain development. A new genetic disease that causes some children’s brains to grow abnormally and postpone intellectual development…
New Huntington’s Disease System Will “Revolutionize” Drug Trials
The new system assesses the progression of Huntington’s disease. As part of an international consortium, researchers from the University College London (UCL) have developed a…
A Revolutionary Discovery Could Help People With Unexplained Liver and Kidney Issues
Scientists have identified a new liver and kidney disease In a groundbreaking finding, researchers have identified a new disease that may provide hope to people…
Having a Pet Dog Could Protect You Against Crohn’s Disease and Improve Your Intestinal Health
According to a new study, growing up in a big family or living with dogs may reduce the risk of inflammatory bowel disease According to…
