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The liver performs numerous functions such as detoxifying the blood, aiding in food digestion, regulating levels of blood sugar and cholesterol, and assisting in combating infections and diseases. Remarkably resilient, the liver possesses regenerative capabilities. However, each instance of alcohol filtration results in the death of some liver cells. While…

From insight into our human ancestry and breakthroughs on the moon to a flourishing of AI and terrifying new developments in the climate, it was a year of scientific drama

This year's winter respiratory disease season was looking to be a bit of a respite from last year's—until JN.1 took off. Now, it's anyone's best guess.

Warnings that ‘slow-moving disaster’ in North America raises chances of fatal mad cow-type disease jumping species barrier

Cholesterol, often referred to as the silent killer, has long been a focal point in understanding and managing cardiovascular health. Regular cholesterol testing, primarily through lipid panels, has been the cornerstone of preventive care. However, within this realm of cholesterol assessment, a deeper understanding lies in the examination of apolipoproteins…

Gastrointestinal (GI) cancers, including cancers of the colon, stomach, esophagus, pancreas, and liver, affect millions of people worldwide and remain a leading cause of mortality. While surgery remains the gold standard treatment for curing GI cancers, chemotherapy and radiation therapy help in downstaging the disease and reduce the risk of…

Australia and Queensland Origin star, who played 187 NRL games with Broncos, Cowboys and Eels and one Test for Australia, dies after four-year fight with MND

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WHO classifies JN.1 as a separate variant of interest (VOI) with potential to affect virus characteristics & increase burden of respiratory infections. Vaccines expected to increase protection against JN.1. India detects 21 cases, all mild.