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FDA Approves Inqovi for Treating Acute Myeloid Leukemia in Adults 75 and Older
The FDA has approved Inqovi for acute myeloid leukemia treatment in adults 75 and older or ineligible for intensive chemotherapy, offering a new option for patients with limited
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Dread and Denial at Heart of Deadly DR Congo Ebola Outbreak
Despite witnessing deaths from Ebola, residents in Mongbwalu town continue to grapple with fear and disbelief, highlighting the psychological impact of the crisis.
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Suspected Ebola Cases Exceed 900 in DR Congo: WHO Chief Reports
The World Health Organization confirms over 900 suspected Ebola cases in conflict-stricken Democratic Republic of Congo.
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Quit Smoking Now for Better Brain Health as Study Links Cessation with Lower Dementia Risk
A new study published in the Neurology journal reveals that quitting smoking can significantly reduce the risk of dementia in older age, highlighting the importance of giving up
Is Baby Talk Bad? Why 'Parentese' Actually Helps Babies Learn Language
Discover why using baby talk, or "parentese," is beneficial for your child's language development and how it enhances their learning process.
How Making Children Laugh Builds Resilience and Enhances Learning
Expert Dr. Jacqueline Harding explains how laughter and play strengthen children's brains, foster resilience, and improve their ability to learn new ideas.Dr.
Short exposures to common air pollutants have distinct impacts on lung function and brain activity, study shows
Researchers find short term exposure to common air pollutants affects lung function and brain activity, shedding light on potential dementia risk factors and air pollution health
Contaminated Illicit Alcohol Sold at Licensed Bottle Shops in Melbourne, Australia, Poses Health Risk
Australians may be unknowingly consuming contaminated spirits, as illicit alcohol is being sold at licensed bottle shops, posing a significant health risk to consumers, with
DNA repair protein gene gone rogue may unlock new cancer treatments
Researchers discover that overexpression of the EXO1 gene can degrade DNA and disrupt the genome, potentially leading to cancer, and may unlock new cancer treatments.
How a distinct communication subspace in the brain turns goals into actions
Discover how the brain's communication subspace enables humans to adapt actions and behaviors in response to environmental changes by translating goals into physical actions.
How state laws can stymie research into your ancestors' psychiatric records
Discover how state laws can hinder research into ancestors' psychiatric records, making it difficult for families to uncover their history and understand their heritage.
Good dog! More children's hospitals turn to furry caregivers to help kids heal
Children's hospitals are using therapy dogs to help kids recover from illnesses and injuries, providing comfort and emotional support during difficult times.
Ebola toll tops 200, other African countries seen at risk
Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo claims over 200 lives, neighboring countries at risk of infection, Red Cross volunteers among victims.
Uganda Ebola outbreak grows as WHO warns of high regional spread risk
Uganda Ebola outbreak expands with three new cases, WHO warns of high risk of regional spread to neighboring countries, including Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Community-based baby hip screening successfully reduces late diagnosis of developmental dysplasia
Community-based baby hip screening reduces late diagnosis of developmental dysplasia with almost universal reach and 8.7% of infants found to have suspected DDH.
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