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Alcohol: The Social Glue That Binds Us

March 3, 2025

Alcohol, or hydroxyethane, has a unique way of bringing people together. It's a substance that can make us feel more social, boost our mood, and help us relax around others. Some experts even think it might have been used in ancient rituals. But, it's important to remember that too much of it can be

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A New Kid in Town: Desidustat vs. Erythropoietin for Kidney Patients

March 3, 2025

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a big deal, and anemia is a common issue for those undergoing hemodialysis. This can make life pretty tough for these patients. For a long time, erythropoietin has been the go-to treatment for anemia in CKD patients. But there's a new drug on the block: Desidustat.

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Rugby Players' Sleep: The Impact of Travel and Games

March 3, 2025

Professional rugby players often travel long distances for games. This travel can mess with their sleep patterns. Scientists wanted to see how travel and games affect the sleep of these athletes. They used special equipment to monitor the sleep of twenty professional rugby players. The players were

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Green Spaces with a Twist: The Genomic Garden

March 3, 2025

Imagine a garden where every plant has its genetic code mapped out. This isn't just a fancy idea; it's a plan to tackle some big problems. Urbanization, deforestation, pollution, climate change, and natural disasters are all causing a massive loss of biodiversity. This is a huge issue that affects u

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Your Mouth: The Unseen Impact of Daily Choices

March 3, 2025

The mouth is a window into the body, reflecting choices made daily. Tiny molecules, known as microRNAs, act like switches, controlling genes. Two key players, miR-21 and miR-125a, are crucial in the battle against cancer. MiR-21 aids cancer growth, while miR-125a fights it. Scientists investigated

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Sports Stars: What We Can Learn From Their Leadership

March 1, 2025

Sports stars do more than just play games. They also show us how to lead. You might be surprised by the leadership skills they have. These skills can help us in our daily lives. Let's look at some of these skills. First, sports stars show us how to adapt. They face challenges all the time. They hav

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Fans in the Heat: How They Help Older Adults

March 1, 2025

Older adults often face challenges when temperatures soar, especially indoors. Studies have shown that electric fans don't cool down the body's core temperature when it's really hot, like 36°C. But what about how they feel and their mood? Eighteen older adults, with a median age of 72, took part in

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Fungus Among Us: The Hidden World of Basidiobolus in City and Country

March 1, 2025

The world of fungi is vast and fascinating, often overlooked in favor of more visible organisms. Among these, the genus Basidiobolus stands out. This group of fungi is incredibly diverse, living in various environments from the guts of animals to decomposing leaves, and even causing infections in hu

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When Viruses Collide: A Double Trouble for the Immune System

February 28, 2025

Imagine having two powerful viruses wreaking havoc in your body. This is the reality for some people living with HIV, who often face an increased risk of other infections and cancers. One such example is a 48-year-old woman with advanced HIV disease. She was already on antiretroviral treatment, but

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Flu Shots: How Well Did They Work This Year?

February 28, 2025

Influenza vaccines for the 2024-2025 season showed promising results in preventing flu-related illnesses and hospital visits. Kids and teens saw a 32% to 60% reduction in outpatient flu cases and a 63% to 78% reduction in flu-related hospitalizations. Adults weren't far behind, with outpatient flu c