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Discovering Healthy Bacteria in Breast Milk: A New Hope Against Cancer

November 16, 2024

Scientists in Türkiye have found something amazing in breast milk. They discovered four new strains of a bacteria called Lactiplantibacillus plantarum. These tiny helpers might be our new allies in the fight against colon cancer. First, let's talk about their superpowers. These bacteria can survive

health

Babies' Gut Bacteria: A Link to Early Allergies?

November 15, 2024

Ever wondered what role tiny bacteria in breast milk play in a baby's health? Scientists are now finding that the microbiome, or the collection of microorganisms, in human milk could influence whether a child develops allergies in early childhood. This might sound a bit surprising, but let's break i

science

Nano Vaccines: A New Hope Against B19V

November 15, 2024

Did you know that B19V, a tiny virus, can cause big problems for pregnant women? It's responsible for fetal hydrops, a serious condition. But creating a vaccine against it has been tough. Scientists have now found a clever way to make a vaccine using tiny protein particles shaped like spheres. They

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Understanding Probability: Why Our Brains Sometimes Jump Instead of Slide

November 15, 2024

Have you ever wondered how we figure out probabilities? Like, how likely it is to rain tomorrow, or if that dice will land on six? Scientists have been looking into this, and they've found something interesting. Sometimes, our brains don't update our guesses smoothly. Instead, we might change our mi

politics

The Gaza Displacement: A Humanitarian Crisis

November 15, 2024

Human Rights Watch (HRW) has released a stark report detailing Israel's actions in Gaza. The report, titled "Hopeless, Starving, and Besieged, " accuses Israel of war crimes and crimes against humanity. According to HRW, Israel has forced nearly 2 million Palestinians from their homes, a move that v

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Exploring the Hidden Beauty of Our Blood Vessels

November 14, 2024

Imagine diving into a world so small, you can't see it with the naked eye. This artwork brings those tiny details to life, showcasing how our blood flows through intricate pathways every second of our lives. The heart pumps blood to all parts of our body through arteries, which are like highways. Bl

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A Canadian Teen's Mysterious Bird Flu Battle

November 13, 2024

In a surprising turn of events, a teenager from British Columbia is fighting for their life after contracting Canada's first human case of H5 bird flu. Health authorities revealed the case on Saturday, puzzled by the fact that the teen hadn't been exposed to any animals that could explain the infect

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Boosting Baby Resistance: How 2’-FL and 3’-SL Fight Off Bad Bacteria

November 13, 2024

You might have heard that some sugars in breast milk can help fight off infections in newborns. But let's dig into what two specific sugars, 2'-fucosyllactose (2'-FL) and 3'-sialyllactose (3'-SL), can do. Scientists have been trying to understand if these sugars can directly protect babies from harm

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British Columbia Teenager Catches Bird Flu: What We Know

November 12, 2024

Imagine living in a place where birds fly freely, and suddenly, a teenager gets sick with bird flu. That's what happened in British Columbia, Canada. A teen was admitted to a children's hospital with a presumed case of H5 bird flu, health officials revealed. The virus likely came from a bird or anim

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Bird Flu Reaches Canada: Teenager's Case Sparks Investigation

November 12, 2024

A teenager in British Columbia, Canada, has been diagnosed with a presumptive case of H5 bird flu, marking the country's first human case. The teen is believed to have caught the virus from a bird or animal and is currently receiving care at a children’s hospital. The province is actively investigat