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Cooking with Citrinin: What Happens to This Toxin When We Heat Our Food?

February 25, 2025

Citrinin, or CIT for short, is a nasty toxin that can be found in many foods we eat every day. It's in cereals, spices, nuts, and even some fermented foods. The good news is that when we cook these foods, the amount of CIT goes down. But why? And what happens to it? Scientists have been looking int

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Turkish Kids and PTSD: A New Tool for Better Understanding

February 24, 2025

PTSD, or Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, is a serious issue that can affect anyone who has gone through a traumatic event. Kids are no exception. In fact, many children who experience trauma don't get the help they need because their symptoms go unnoticed. This is a big problem, especially in places

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Malaria's Hidden Threat to Newborns in Kinshasa

February 24, 2025

Newborns in some parts of Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo, face a silent danger. This is congenital malaria, which is hard to spot using regular methods. The issue lies in the low levels of parasites in the baby's blood. This makes it tricky for doctors to identify. But there is a solution. A

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Ostriches and Parasites: A Hidden Threat

February 22, 2025

Ostriches, those tall, flightless birds, might seem like unlikely candidates for carrying parasites. But, they can be hosts to some nasty ones. This is especially true for those living near the Yellow River in Zhengzhou City, central China. Three types of parasites are of particular concern: Cryptos

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Shep Rose's Unexpected Reveal About Sienna Evans

February 21, 2025

The current season of Southern Charm has been quite the rollercoaster, especially when it comes to Shep Rose and Sienna Evans. Shep was once gushing about Sienna, even planning a move to the Bahamas with her. Now, it seems like that dream has faded away. The trip to the Bahamas was a turning poin

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Babies with Broken Bones: How Hospitals Are Changing Their Game

February 21, 2025

In 2021, a big change happened at a major children's hospital. They introduced a new set of rules to handle babies with broken bones. The goal? To make sure every baby gets the right care, every time. This wasn't just about following rules; it was about keeping kids safe. The hospital wanted to see

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Giardia in Wild Rodents: A Hidden Threat in Southern China

February 21, 2025

Imagine tiny, flagellated creatures lurking in the feces of wild rodents across southern China. These aren't your average critters; they're Giardia, a type of protozoan that can cause some serious health issues. Researchers decided to investigate how common these parasites are in wild rodents in Gua

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Metabolic Syndrome: How Age and Lifestyle Mix in Mexico

February 20, 2025

Metabolic syndrome, or MetS, is a group of conditions that can lead to serious health issues. It's like a recipe for trouble, with high blood pressure, high blood sugar, excess body fat around the waist, and abnormal cholesterol or triglyceride levels. These conditions can increase the risk of hea

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Uncovering Hidden Weakness: Frailty in SSc Patients

February 20, 2025

Systemic sclerosis, or SSc, is a complex autoimmune disease that affects the skin and internal organs. One of the key concerns for patients with SSc is frailty, a condition where the body's ability to respond to stress is weakened. This makes patients more vulnerable to serious health issues during

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How Do People Survive Plane Crashes?

February 20, 2025

Imagine seeing a plane flip over on the runway and burst into flames. It's a miracle anyone survived, right? Well, believe it or not, 80 people walked away from a recent plane crash in Toronto with only minor injuries. This isn't just luck. Modern planes are designed to be super safe. For s