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Being physically fit may sharpen the memory and lower our risk of dementia, even if we do not start exercising…
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A cancer afflicting mussels originated off the Pacific coast of Canada, but then crossed into other species in Europe and…
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New research ‘establishes a causal connection between sleep and anxiety’ and identifies the type of sleep needed to soothe an…
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Testicles come in a variety of shapes and sizes, all of which can be normal. Sometimes, small testicles can indicate…
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Pitted keratolysis is a bacterial infection that affects the soles of the feet and, less commonly, the palms of the…
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Red blood cells (RBC) in the urine can signal problems with the urinary tract, kidneys, or bladder. Learn more about…
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The monthly menstrual cycle consists of several stages that the female body goes through to prepare for the possibility of…
Liver and biliary disease in infancy
Liver disease in infancy is a relatively rare but serious cause of morbidity and mortality. Since jaundice is a common…
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Ascites is the most common complication of cirrhosis and represents a watershed moment, with patients’ median survival falling from >12…