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DevOps
fromNature
2 months ago

How to develop a good writing style

Clear scientific communication enhances public understanding of research.
Innovative efforts are needed to combat diseases like river blindness.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
7 months ago

West Nile mosquito spraying set for Brooklyn and Queens amid virus concerns

City government to spray mosquitoes in Brooklyn and Queens starting Sept. 10 to combat West Nile virus.
Medicine
fromNature
4 weeks ago

What if human blood were toxic to mosquitoes? A drug can make it so

A single dose of nitisinone can make blood lethal to mosquitoes for five days, potentially curbing malaria transmission.
Public health
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 days ago

Stanford study: When measles could return if vaccination rates continue to fall

Declining vaccination rates could lead to a resurgence of diseases like measles, potentially returning to endemic levels in the U.S. within two decades.
OMG science
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Male mosquitoes to be genetically engineered to poison females with semen in Australian research

Genetically engineered male mosquitoes can inject venom into females during mating to reduce mosquito populations and disease transmission.
fromFast Company
8 months ago
Health

Eastern Equine Encephalitis virus 2024: symptoms, map, update on rare mosquito bite disease

Eastern Equine Encephalitis poses serious health risks from mosquito transmission, with high mortality rates among infected humans.
DevOps
fromNature
2 months ago

How to develop a good writing style

Clear scientific communication enhances public understanding of research.
Innovative efforts are needed to combat diseases like river blindness.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
7 months ago

West Nile mosquito spraying set for Brooklyn and Queens amid virus concerns

City government to spray mosquitoes in Brooklyn and Queens starting Sept. 10 to combat West Nile virus.
Medicine
fromNature
4 weeks ago

What if human blood were toxic to mosquitoes? A drug can make it so

A single dose of nitisinone can make blood lethal to mosquitoes for five days, potentially curbing malaria transmission.
Public health
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 days ago

Stanford study: When measles could return if vaccination rates continue to fall

Declining vaccination rates could lead to a resurgence of diseases like measles, potentially returning to endemic levels in the U.S. within two decades.
OMG science
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Male mosquitoes to be genetically engineered to poison females with semen in Australian research

Genetically engineered male mosquitoes can inject venom into females during mating to reduce mosquito populations and disease transmission.
fromFast Company
8 months ago
Health

Eastern Equine Encephalitis virus 2024: symptoms, map, update on rare mosquito bite disease

Eastern Equine Encephalitis poses serious health risks from mosquito transmission, with high mortality rates among infected humans.
more#public-health
#global-health
Coronavirus
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

US aid cuts could create untreatable TB bug resistant to everything we have'

US aid cuts may lead to new untreatable forms of tuberculosis, according to Dr. Lucica Ditiu of the Stop TB Partnership.
fromTruthout
1 month ago
US news

Aid Cuts Could Kill Millions in Next Year, Report Finds as Musk Claims No Deaths

U.S. foreign aid cuts are projected to result in 9,000 deaths daily due to starvation and disease.
Coronavirus
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

US aid cuts could create untreatable TB bug resistant to everything we have'

US aid cuts may lead to new untreatable forms of tuberculosis, according to Dr. Lucica Ditiu of the Stop TB Partnership.
US news
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Aid Cuts Could Kill Millions in Next Year, Report Finds as Musk Claims No Deaths

U.S. foreign aid cuts are projected to result in 9,000 deaths daily due to starvation and disease.
more#global-health
#gut-health
fromAlternative Medicine Magazine
1 month ago
Alternative medicine

Green Tea Benefits: Blood Sugar Control and Gut Health Support

The gut microbiome plays a crucial role in health, impacting diseases, while green tea may support gut health.
Research is exploring the connection between gut bacteria, health outcomes, and the benefits of green tea.
fromAlternative Medicine Magazine
1 month ago
Alternative medicine

Green Tea Benefits: Blood Sugar Control and Gut Health Support

The gut microbiome plays a crucial role in health, impacting diseases, while green tea may support gut health.
Research is exploring the connection between gut bacteria, health outcomes, and the benefits of green tea.
more#gut-health
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Nigeria approves $200M to 'fill the gap' from US aid cuts DW 02/14/2025

Nigerian lawmakers have allocated $200 million to support health initiatives after the suspension of US aid.
The funds aim to address disease prevention and supply gaps in the health sector.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago
OMG science

Should Pleasanton birdwatchers take down their feeders to avoid avian flu?

Feeding birds can pose a risk of avian flu transmission to humans, primarily through droppings.
OMG science
fromwww.bbc.com
5 months ago

Novel way to beat dengue: Deaf mosquitoes stop having sex

A novel approach to reduce mosquito populations by genetically altering males to be deaf, preventing them from mating with females.
Artificial intelligence
fromHarvard
5 months ago

Did AI Solve the Protein-Folding Problem?

Understanding protein structure helps in diagnosing and treating various diseases.
X-ray crystallography was pivotal in revealing protein shapes.
fromwww.npr.org
6 months ago
Coronavirus

Marburg is an especially scary virus. How scared should we be of Rwanda's outbreak?

Seek immediate medical attention if experiencing Marburg symptoms; do not panic if healthy.
Rwanda faces its first Marburg outbreak with quick case identification and a high-risk assessment. Experts express concern over the situation.
Wellness
fromScienceDaily
7 months ago

'Weekend warrior' physical activity may help protect against more than 200 diseases

Weekend warrior exercise patterns can effectively lower disease risks, comparable to more evenly distributed exercise throughout the week.
fromPortlandTribune.com
7 months ago
Health

Fight Back Against Free Radicals: Expert advice to prevent skin damage

Free radicals, when not neutralized, can lead to severe health issues, making antioxidant intake crucial.
fromwww.dw.com
8 months ago
OMG science

The most dangerous mosquito-borne diseases DW 08/19/2024

Mosquitoes are significant disease transmitters, with prevention techniques being crucial for combating mosquito-borne diseases.
fromwww.npr.org
11 months ago
Health

A new pill cures preschoolers of a parasitic worm. Delivering it could be a challenge

Schistosomiasis, caused by a microscopic worm, is prevalent in Africa and can lead to severe health complications if left untreated, affecting learning ability.
The development of a new pill to treat schistosomiasis in preschoolers is a significant advancement in combating the disease.
fromNature
10 months ago
OMG science

What drives mosquitoes' bloodlust? Their hormones

One hormone boosts, the other suppresses mosquitoes' blood craving.
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