While rare, botulism can cause paralysis and is potentially fatal. It is caused by nerve-damaging toxins produced by Clostridium botulinum—the
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Researchers develop breakthrough antibody test for COVID-19 virus
Several tests have been developed for detecting the genetic material of the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus that causes COVID-19, but these generally
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Breast cancer breakthrough as scientists identify 350 DNA ‘errors’ that make women prone to developing the killer disease Study of
Continue reading »Tuberculosis breakthrough as experts find experimental vaccine
New tuberculosis vaccine moves one step closer as a trial of ‘game-changer’ jab proves it can stop the killer disease
Continue reading »Possible treatment breakthrough for the rare disease arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy
Arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy type 5 (ARVC5) is a fatal genetic disease for which there is unfortunately no cure. Now,
Continue reading »Cancer breakthrough: Scientists discover Achilles’ Heel of tumors
Cancer breakthrough: Scientists discover a new Achilles’ Heel of tumors that causes them to self-destruct – and we already have
Continue reading »Researchers have discovered a new method to combat hair loss in men
First, it moves to the rear, then it disappears slowly in the middle of the header: Up to 80 percent
Continue reading »FDA designates molecular test for concussions as ‘breakthrough device’
A portable test to help people suspected of having concussions or mild traumatic brain injuries has received a boost from
Continue reading »Could genetic breakthrough finally help take the sting out of mouth ulcers?
A large breakthrough has been made in the genetic understanding of mouth ulcers which could provide potential for a new
Continue reading »Scientists discover a chemical that slows the spread of deadly viruses
Hope against superbugs after scientists discover a chemical that slows the spread of deadly SARS, Zika and bird flu Chemical
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