Testing is underway on vaccines to intercept brewing colon cancer before it takes root
Dr. Stacy Norton was only 7 years old when her mother died of colon cancer, one of several family members…
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admin Is watching too much TV bad for your brain? Possibly
Watching a lot of television was linked to smaller brain volume in areas important for language and thinking, new study…
What to know about Candida auris, a fungus contaminating healthcare spaces
Cases of Candida auris, a fungus found in healthcare facilities, are rising rapidly this year, the US Centers for Disease…
Cleaning products used to kill germs may come with hidden risks
Chemicals used to kill germs in homes, schools, daycares and offices may carry hidden health risks science is just now…
One year after shooting, CDC workers say they still feel like targets
A year after a shooting at the CDC, a half-dozen current and former staff who were on campus during the…
AI creates 16 new viruses from scratch, showing promise for drug resistance and drawing warnings about potential for misuse
Scientists used an artificial intelligence program to create new viral genomes that are different from any known natural viruses and…
White House considering order targeting vaccines and autism despite advisers’ warnings
White House officials are mulling an executive order that would target vaccines and autism amid a push by President Donald…
What eggs, jalapeños, chickens and chameleons have in common this summer: salmonella
The United States is experiencing several major salmonella outbreaks connected to food and pets. Hundreds of people have gotten sick…
Why engaging your core isn’t always the answer
The strongest athletes have dynamic core stability that adapts to changing demands without restricting breathing or mobility, mind-body coach Dana…
FDA approves first mRNA-based flu vaccine
The US Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday approved the United States’ first mRNA-based flu vaccine for adults 50 and…