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Developing a Combined COVID-Flu Vaccine: Potential Delays and Promising Progress

Alrighty, so there's this new vaccine by Moderna that's taking a swing at both the seasonal flu viruses and the COVID-19 virus. Two birds with one stone, you know? The vaccine, called mRNA-1083, seems...
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Fighting the Rise of Drug-Resistant ‘Superbugs’

So, like, picture this: back in the day, people didn't really know that tiny germs could make you sick. It wasn't until some smart folks put the pieces together that we realized how these...
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Why Vaccines Are Important During Texas Measles Outbreak

A tragic incident unfolded in Texas this week, marking the first measles-related death in the United States in a decade. The victim, a school-age child, was part of a larger outbreak affecting unvaccinated children...
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Developing an Effective Norovirus Vaccine: Progress and Prospects

Norovirus, the dreaded stomach bug, has been wreaking havoc this winter with its sudden onset of gastrointestinal distress. Unlike the flu or COVID-19, there is currently no vaccine available to shield individuals from being...
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Jimmy Carter’s Legacy: Saving Millions from Guinea Worm Disease

Former president Jimmy Carter's legacy in the fight against Guinea worm disease has left a lasting impact on millions of lives worldwide. His dedication to eradicating this horrific disease has transformed it from a...
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RFK Jr. Potential Head of CDC, FDA, NIH: Impact on Public Health

RFK Jr. Potential Head of CDC, FDA, NIH: Impact on Public HealthHappy Monday, listeners! For Scientific American’s Science Quickly, I’m Rachel Feltman. Let’s kick off the week by catching up on the latest science...
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Is Fluoride in Drinking Water Safe? Examining the Evidence.

Is Fluoride in Drinking Water Safe? Delving into the DebateFor decades, municipalities in the U.S. have been adding fluoride to tap water, touting its benefits in preventing tooth decay and strengthening enamel. However, a...
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Preparing for a Bird Flu Pandemic: UK’s Plan for Five Million Vaccine Doses

Preparing for a Bird Flu Pandemic: UK's Plan for Five Million Vaccine DosesMore than five million doses of a vaccine are being prepared in the UK to combat any potential bird flu pandemic. The...
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E. coli Outbreak Linked to Organic Carrots: 39 Sickened, 15 Hospitalized

An outbreak of E. coli linked to organic carrots has affected at least 39 people, with 15 hospitalized. The FDA has recalled specific brands of carrots from Grimmway Farms due to the outbreak. The...
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Reevaluating RFK Jr.’s Influence on American Public Health

Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., a well-known vaccine skeptic, has been nominated by President Trump to head the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Kennedy's history of promoting pseudoscience and questionable health practices has...

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