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Team gets the most detailed image yet of a bacteria-killing virus - futurity.org
Researchers have produced the most detailed image to date of a bacteriophage, or phage—a kind of virus that kills bacteria.

Brains Scans Reveal What Really Happens When Your Mind Goes Blank - Gizmodo
Scientists argue that blanking out is its own state of consciousness, distinct from having your mind wander off.

Infectious Updates 4-24-2025 - Daily Kos
So, how much do Americans know about the bird flu? Not NEARLY enough . I can confirm some of this study from my own experiences on Instagram.� People think it is just an agricultural problem and ...

U of M launches vaccine safeguard project amid federal uncertainty - MPR News
A team of health experts is launching an independent project that could start its own vaccine evaluation and guidelines — apart from federal health agencies.

Lingering Bacterial Debris May Drive Post-Treatment Lyme Symptoms - Neuroscience News
New research suggests that lingering cell wall fragments from the Lyme disease bacterium, Borrelia burgdorferi, may be responsible for persistent symptoms long after antibiotic treatment.

It Was Once Eliminated From the U.S. Now, We Could Be on the Verge of an Epidemic. - Slate
Experts explain the worst-cast measles scenario.

Metabolic Syndrome in Midlife Linked to Higher Dementia Risk - Neuroscience News
A large-scale study has found that having metabolic syndrome in midlife—marked by excess belly fat, high blood pressure, and abnormal cholesterol or blood sugar—is associated with a significantly higher risk of developing young-onset dementia before age 65.

Michigan confirms 9th measles case, warns of possible exposure site - MLive.com
The 1-year-old boy had mild symptoms and was "age-appropriately vaccinated," according to local health officials.

Gun Culture a Key Factor in School Shooter Backgrounds - Neuroscience News
A comprehensive analysis of all known U.S. school shootings reveals that most shooters grew up in social environments where guns were a central part of family bonding and identity.

Dear Doctor: Sun exposure is the primary cause of thinning skin - OregonLive.com
"Could I take vitamin K or increase my platelets to limit this happening?"

Experimental Alzheimer’s Vaccine Shows Promise - Neuroscience News
Researchers have developed a tau-targeting vaccine that could help prevent the progression of Alzheimer’s disease by generating a strong immune response against abnormal tau proteins.

Maternal Childhood Trauma Linked to Rapid Weight Gain in Baby Boys - Neuroscience News
A new study reveals that maternal childhood trauma—such as neglect or abuse—can trigger rapid weight gain in male infants as early as the first two months of life.

Immune Resilience Identified as Key to Healthy Aging and Longevity - Neuroscience News
A new study reveals that immune resilience, a person’s ability to maintain a robust, youthful immune system, plays a critical role in promoting long-term health and extending life.

Common medications linked to subtle shifts in cognitive performance, study finds - PsyPost
A major study suggests that widely used medications like paracetamol and ibuprofen may influence cognitive performance in subtle ways. The research introduces a “cognitive footprint” model to estimate how small effects scale across populations.

I quit Ozempic and embraced feeling healthy over striving for thinness - NPR
Taking the drug made one writer feel so sick she quit and focused on healthy habits instead of her body size. Turns out, 65% of people using GLP-1 drugs for weight loss quit within a year.
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The #1 Drink to Help You Lose Visceral Fat, Recommended by Dietitians - EatingWell
The caffeine and antioxidants in coffee may lead to lower levels of visceral fat.

La Crosse virus disease: The rare mosquito-borne illness that causes deadly brain inflammation - Live Science
Mosquitoes that transmit La Crosse virus disease live in wooded areas in the U.S., mainly in the Upper Midwest, Mid-Atlantic and Southeast.

I did 30 minutes of walking yoga every day for a month—here's what I learned - Fit&Well
The daily dose brought more than just peace and calm into my life
Food Additives Could Combine to Boost Health Threats, Study Says - The Wall Street Journal
