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30Jan

Top Cause of Death in the U.S. Takes a Life Every 34 Seconds

Credit: PixabayHeart disease claims a life every 34 seconds in the U.S., making it the nation’s leading cause of death, according to a new report.“These statistics should alarm all of us—they represent our friends and loved ones,” says Dr. Keith Churchwell, president of the American Heart Association.The 2025 Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics Update...

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20Jan

How Bacteria Detect Nearby Death and Gear Up for Combat

Credit: PixabayResearchers at the University of Basel have uncovered how bacteria sense environmental threats using a universal danger signal. When nearby cells are dying, bacteria detect fragments of their cell walls, called peptidoglycans, and proactively form protective biofilms. This discovery sheds light on bacterial communication and defense mechanisms, offering insights for combating infections.Sensing Danger:...

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