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A fungus known for killing trees has infected a human for the first time, causing a pus-filled abscess to grow in his throat
Doctors in India warned that the worsening of global warming "opens Pandora's Box for newer fungal …
Andrea Michelson
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Elon Musk's Neuralink raises more cash ahead of human trials next year
Elon Musk's brain implant company Neuralink raised a further $43 million, SEC filings show, as it p…
Jyoti Mann
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Covid infection accelerates dementia progression, India study shows
The research, published in the Journal of Alzheimer's Disease Reports, found that participants w…
PTI
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Omicron-infected deer put scientists on high alert for spillover of new variants to humans
The coronavirus seems widespread among white-tailed deer in the US, raising concerns about the spil…
Aria Bendix
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China reports first human infection with H10N3 strain of bird flu in the world
The patient, a 41-year-old man from Zhenjiang city, is currently in a stable condition and meets…
PTI
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A mysterious respiratory illness that infects dogs is spreading across the US. Here's how to protect your pooch, and what to do if you think they have it.
A mysterious respiratory canine illness is spreading. A veterinarian advises to keep your dog isola…
Maiya Focht
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This smart bandage senses and treats bacterial infections 25% faster
Some wounds just won’t heal because diseases like diabetes and suppressed immune systems often stac…
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World's first case of human infection with bird flu in Russia
All the necessary measures were taken immediately to protect humans and animals, and the infec…
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I wrapped my shoes and socks in plastic bags and tape at Burning Man to avoid getting infections from the alkaline dust after heavy rain
A seven-time Burning Man attendee told Insider this year's water-logged festival sparked inspiring …
Erin Snodgrass,Joshua Zitser
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Bacteria in your mouth can cause a flesh-eating infection. Don't bite people (without consent).
A man recently contracted a flesh-eating infection after a relative bit his leg. His doctor told In…
Mia de Graaf
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'The Last of Us' finally explains exactly how Ellie became immune to the cordyceps infection
The season-one finale of "The Last of Us" expands on the video-game franchise to explain how and wh…
Kirsten Acuna
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Vietnam on alert after human cases of pig-related disease discovered
Vietnam's Health Ministry has urged medical facilities to be vigilant for suspected cases of strept…
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A viral TikTok is warning against eating raw oysters this summer, but Vibrio infections and other issues are still relatively rare
Raw oysters can contain a bacteria called Vibrio, but getting sick from it is rarer than you might …
Erin McDowell
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Brain-eating amoeba infections keep spreading to new areas across the US
The brain-eating amoeba Naegleria fowleri was found in an Iowa lake and a Nebraska river for the fi…
Andrea Michelson
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Scientists now have a map for how Coronavirus infects the human body
The hunt for a cure to the Coronavirus may not be on the market yet, but scientists are scrambling …
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Monkeypox: 95% spread occurred via sexual activity, says study
Sexual closeness is the most likely route of transmission in 95 per cent of monkeypox cases, accord…
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Novel coronavirus may infect human intestines as well: Study
In addition to reporting the creation of the first bat intestinal organoid, the study also include…
PTI
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Leprosy has the potential to help regrow damaged livers finds new study
Researchers have discovered that parasites associated with leprosy can reprogramme cells to increas…
ANI
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A man lost part of his vision due to cat scratch disease, a rare infection that can be spread by kittens
A 47-year-old man who had recently adopted a cat got sick with a fever and headache, according to a…
Andrea Michelson
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Just when we were starting to see COVID and RSV rates drop this spring, another type of virus contributed to a spike in respiratory infections
Symptoms of human metapneumovirus, or HMPV, include cough, fever, nasal congestion, and shortness o…