Category: Science and Technology
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What to Know About the Future of Cancer Treatment
For many patients, initial cancer treatments are not sufficient, and the residual cancer cells that survive these treatments can cause relapses. However, new research is seeking to utilize the immune system to target residual disease, thereby helping patients avoid relapses and live longer. “Using a new mechanism of action that directly targets cancer cells, we…
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Annual Wellness Exam is Essential for a Healthy Year for Older Adults
An annual wellness exam with a healthcare provider is important for everyone, but especially for older adults. It helps detect potential health issues early, ensuring a healthier year ahead.
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What People with Asthma or COPD Need to Know About Whooping Cough
Whooping cough, also known as pertussis, is an extremely contagious bacterial infection that can lead to serious health problems, sometimes life-threatening, such as exacerbation of chronic medical conditions – including asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It is important to know about your risk of whooping cough and how to get vaccinated to stay…
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Buy Now Pay Later Business in Brazil: A Market of $11.482 Billion by 2028
The report “Brazil Buy Now Pay Later Business and Investment Opportunities Databook” found that BNPL payments are expected to grow by 23.6% per year, reaching $6,031.9 million in 2023. The BNPL payment industry in Brazil has seen strong growth over the last four quarters, supported by the increased penetration of e-commerce. The medium to long-term…
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US Wants to Ban TikTok
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According to a spokesperson for TikTok, the U.S. government is demanding that the Chinese-owned app be sold; otherwise, the popular social network may face a ban in the country. There has been no confirmation from the U.S. regarding whether this demand was actually made, but regardless, there is no doubt that the Biden administration is…
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The Controversial Willow Project
The controversial Willow Project will move forward after an uncertain future under President Joe Biden. The government approved the project this week, despite strong opposition from environmental groups. Here are some details to help you understand the project and the controversy surrounding it.What is the Willow Project?It is currently the largest proposed oil project in…
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The List of Foods Most Contaminated with Pesticides
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Blueberries, loved by nutritionists for their anti-inflammatory properties, have once again stood out on the list of the most contaminated non-organic products with pesticides, according to the Environmental Working Group, a non-profit environmental health organization. To develop the 2023 shopping guide, researchers analyzed data from tests on 46,569 samples of 46 fruits and vegetables, which…
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Spring Forward: Daylight Saving Time Begins This Sunday in the U.S.
Once again, Americans will set their clocks forward by one hour this Sunday, March 12, as the traditional North American daylight saving time begins. However, this may be the last time many Americans have to make the change. A bill is circulating in the U.S. Congress that aims to allow states to make daylight saving…
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Public Health Alert: Stomach Infection Spreads Across the U.S.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in the United States has issued a “serious public health” alert regarding a national increase in a bacterial stomach infection known as shigellosis. The Midwest is currently the most affected region in the country, with a rate of 19.48% positive tests as of February 4. This number…
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Unidentified Objects Hover Over North America
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U.S. military shot down another object flying at high altitude over Lake Huron in Michigan on Sunday afternoon. The Pentagon said it did not know what it was. Another unidentified object was shot down in northern Canada on Saturday, marking the third time in a week that American fighter jets have downed objects in North…