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Gum disease is more than just a dental issue. It's linked to serious health problems like cancer and heart disease. The main culprit? A bacteria called Fusobacterium nucleatum. This sneaky germ loves to hang out in your mouth and can cause big trouble if it spreads. Here's how it works. When you do

Why Are More Young People in the Midwest Getting Cancer?

In the Midwest, something troubling is happening. While cancer rates are dropping in most parts of the U. S. , they are rising in states like Iowa, Nebraska, and Illinois. These states, known for growing corn, are seeing more cases of cancer, especially in people between 15 and 49 years old. Expert

crypto

Crypto Market Shakes Up: Bitcoin Dips, Altcoins Follow

Crypto investors are feeling the heat as Bitcoin takes a nosedive below $107, 000. This drop isn't just a small blip; it's a big deal that wiped out over $1 billion in trades. Imagine waking up to find your investments have vanished overnight—that's what happened to 242, 348 traders in just 24 hours

A Doctor's Big Day: Baby or Senate Hearing?

The Senate was all set to grill Dr. Casey Means, the new surgeon general pick, but life had other plans. She went into labor, so the hearing got postponed. No one's mad, though. A baby is pretty important. Dr. Means is a big deal in the health world. She's got her own ideas about how to tackle chro

Walking Longer is Better for Your Heart

Walking is good for you, but how you walk matters. A recent study shows that taking longer walks, even just 10 to 15 minutes a day, can greatly improve heart health. This is especially true for people who are not very active. The study looked at over 33, 000 adults who walked less than 8, 000 steps

science

Unlocking Alzheimer's Secrets with a Smart Fluorescent Probe

Alzheimer's disease is a big deal. It's the most common type of dementia, and it's tough to diagnose and treat. One of the main problems is that scientists don't have great tools to see what's happening inside the brain. Specifically, they want to track two things: amyloid-β plaques and hypochlorous

sports

Young NBA Star Faces Cancer Battle with Courage

Nikola Topic, a rising star for the Oklahoma City Thunder, is currently battling testicular cancer. The 20-year-old guard, who was drafted in 2024, has started chemotherapy treatments after a recent diagnosis. Despite the challenging situation, doctors are optimistic about his recovery. Topic's jou

politics

White House East Wing Demolition: Safety Concerns and Public Risks

The recent demolition of the White House East Wing has sparked a heated debate about safety standards and public health risks. Critics are questioning whether the Trump administration and the contractors involved followed federal regulations, especially concerning hazardous materials like asbestos. ...

Gut Guardians: How Tiny Cells Fight Inflammation

In the world of gut health, tiny cells called ILC2s play a big role in healing. These cells are like the gut's repair crew, but in people with ulcerative colitis (UC), they're not working right. Why? Because their internal protein-making process is messed up. This process is like a quality control s

Dr. Casey Means: A New Take on Health and a Delayed Senate Hearing