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Herpes, or HSV-1, is a common virus. Most people know of it as the virus that causes cold sores. What many of us don’t know is that there is a rare instance that this virus, for reasons unknown to doctors, can travel to the brain. If this happens, the risk of permanent damage and death […]
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Unlink vegans, who avoid all animal-derived food, many vegetarians eat eggs and dairy products. But although vegetarians could eat macaroni and cheese without any concerns, they may need to pass on the eggplant parmesan. Because a little known fact about parmesan is causing outrage online, this hard cheese contains rennet, which comes from animal stomachs. […]
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You expect when you go to the hospital, you will receive timely care and have your problem diagnosed and treated. Sadly, many healthcare systems around the world are severely stressed and this doesn’t always happen. Tragically, a Canadian woman died after waiting seven hours in an emergency room Her family is now demanding answers. A […]
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Researchers in Australia have created a supercomputer with an algorithm that predicts serious brain bleeds in patients before they happen. This program can save many lives. Brain bleeds, also known as intracranial hemorrhages, can result in brain damage and death. The outcomes can depend on the location and severity of the bleed, but it also […]
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Avocados are delicious and nutritious. From Avocado toast and sandwiches to deliciously creamy smoothies packed with nutrition. Avocados are versatile and can be used in almost anything. However, their giant pits make them a hassle to cut into, let alone make pieces or slices. In 2017, UK grocer Marks and Spencer stocked something fairly peculiar […]
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When you think about a home made from shipping containers, your first thought is probably a tiny house. This home in the Waikato region of New Zealand, however, is anything but tiny: This is a shipping container mansion, and it’s for sale. (1) New Zealand’s Shipping Container Mansion This incredible new home in Ohaupo, Waipa, […]
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The Paris Games of 2024 are looking to be quite the spectacle. The International Olympic Committee has officially declared breakdancing as an Olympic sport. What’s even more incredible is that surfing, sport climbing, and skateboarding have also been added to the Olympics for 2024. Read: Paris Is Building the World’s Largest Organic Rooftop Farm Breakdancing […]
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Written By: Bruce AbrahamseWhich child’s lunchbox would be complete without the much-loved peanut butter and jelly sandwich? Over the decades, it has proven to be a firm favorite – not just in the United States but in many countries across the globe. But, how healthy are PB&J sandwiches, and what happens to your body if […]
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Loneliness, the feeling of isolation regardless of how many people may be in your life, links to numerous health issues. Recent research indicates that chronic loneliness can significantly increase the risk of stroke in seniors, with a study showing a 56% higher risk in those consistently feeling lonely over time.1 The Study and Its Findings […]
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Scarlet fever, also known as scarlatina, is a bacterial illness that primarily affects children aged 5 to 15. This disease, caused by group A streptococcus bacteria, often follows strep throat or skin infections and is characterized by a red rash.1 Early recognition and treatment are crucial to prevent complications. Signs and Symptoms The hallmark of […]
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People have written countless songs, books, poems, and more on the idea of living forever. Since the beginning of human existence, people have wished for a long, happy life. The question is, what is the maximum age a human being can actually live to if no illnesses or diseases cut their life short? A group […]
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Ninety-one-year-old Katrina Esau is the last known speaker of N|uu. Years of colonialism and apartheid had almost wiped out this indigenous South African language. As a young girl, Katrina was told to be ashamed of her native tongue and instead speak Afrikaans. But as an adult, Esau set out to preserve N|uu by founding a […]
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