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Skin Fungi May Create Powerful Antibiotics to Help Combat Infections

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A dangerous superbug responsible for  more than a million people worldwide each year might have a natural foe living just beneath your nose. Literally so—it plays a major role in your skin microbiome and appears to help fend off staph infections. Malassezia sympodialis: A Common Skin Yeast with Hidden Power Against Staph Infections Malassezia sympodialis, a […]

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FDA Warns Minnesota Infusion Pump Maker Over Missed Checks

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The FDA’s warning letter stated that ICU Medical altered infusion pump designs in Minnesota after a recall without completing necessary regulatory approvals. The FDA said ICU Medical has had clearance since the early 2010s for two devices but failed to submit required notifications for significant changes that could affect their safety or effectiveness, according to

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Laser Exposure Unlocks a Previously Unseen Color for Humans

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Just when we think we’ve experienced the full spectrum of visible color, scientists have reportedly discovered a way to reveal a brand-new hue to the human eye — a color that’s never before been perceived. They’ve named it Olo. Before diving into the details, it’s worth noting how participants in the study described this color:

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Kidney Disease is a Global Threat—Let’s Start Treating it Like One

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The 78th World Health Assembly on May 19 will be one of the toughest yet for global health ministers. With the U.S. exiting the WHO, conflicts ongoing, and economic instability rising, the organization’s financial crisis has deepened. Even before the U.S. withdrawal, the WHO was struggling with limited funds and seeking to diversify its income.

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Measles Causes Long-Term Harm in kids, But Vaccines Fully Prevent It

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Measles is fatal in 1 to 3 out of every 1,000 infected children. However, even those who recover from the initial illness may face serious long-term effects. The virus weakens the immune system well after recovery, and in rare instances, it can remain hidden in the nervous system and resurface years later as a deadly

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First “Never-Stop Beating” Heart Transplant Marks a Historic Medical Breakthrough

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For the first time, surgeons have successfully performed a heart transplant in which the donor heart continued beating throughout the entire procedure, significantly reducing the potential damage often associated with this complex operation. This innovation marks a major milestone and could pave the way for a new era of more effective heart transplants. The groundbreaking

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Want to Stay Youthful? Peter Diamandis Suggests Just Focus on Making it Through the Next Decade

Biotechnology, Medicine /

Peter Diamandis, a futurist with degrees from MIT and Harvard, has spent the last 20 years promoting a vision of an “abundant future” powered by exponential technologies aimed at extending human life. As the founder of ventures like the XPRIZE Foundation and Singularity University, he’s also built strong connections with influential business leaders, including Elon

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Robotic Rehab and Synced Zaps Restore Movement After Spinal Injuries

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A recent study has tested a groundbreaking proof-of-concept technology that combines electrical stimulation with rehabilitation robotics, allowing individuals paralyzed by spinal injuries to regain more natural movement. This innovation aims to enhance recovery outcomes. In 2022, New Atlas covered how a spinal cord stimulator enabled nine paralyzed patients to walk. Developed by Swiss neurotech company

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Anti-Aging Enthusiast Bryan Johnson Plans to Launch Foodome Sequencing

Biotechnology, Medicine /

Just as genome sequencing maps an organism’s genetic makeup, Bryan Johnson—the investor and founder of the Don’t Die movement—wants to launch “foodome” sequencing. “We’re going to sequence the U.S. ‘foodome,’ meaning we’ll test 20% of the foods that make up 80% of the American diet—essentially the everyday staples,” Johnson said Thursday at SXSW in Austin.

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Colossal CEO Ben Lamm Believes Humanity has a Moral Duty to Develop De-Extinction Technology

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Colossal CEO Ben Lamm assured audiences at SXSW that the company has no intention of creating a real-life Jurassic Park, addressing any lingering doubts about its mission. The Dallas-based startup, which uses genetic editing to revive extinct species like the woolly mammoth, aims to develop a “de-extinction toolkit” to support modern conservation efforts. “Modern conservation

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