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Many factors can cause a chronic sore throat, including allergies, smoking, and infections. In this article, we explore the possible…
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Intrinsic (nonallergic) and extrinsic (allergic) asthma are subtypes of asthma that have similar symptoms but different triggers. Learn more about…
Drug Companies Are Focusing on the Poor After Decades of Ignoring Them
The pharmaceutical industry once sued to keep AIDS drugs from dying Africans. Now companies boast of their efforts to get…
Gene networks reveal transition from healthy to failing heart
Researchers have created one of the first maps to reveal gene activity and connectivity as the heart shuts down.
Understanding brain activity when you name what you see
Using complex statistical methods and fast measurement techniques, researchers found how the brain network comes up with the right word…
People prefer to donate time — even when charities lose out
Each year during the holiday season, soup kitchens and charities alike are flooded with offers to volunteer. But is a…
Medical News Today: What to know about friction burns on the penis
Friction burns on the penis can cause red, swollen skin in the affected area. They can occur due to vigorous…
Medical News Today: What to know about castor oil for eyelashes
Castor oil has many uses, including possibly helping the eyelashes appear longer. Risks associated with castor oil include allergic reactions.…
Big data says food is too sweet
New research analyzed nearly 400,000 food reviews posted by Amazon customers to gain real-world insight into the food choices that…