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Man has "salamander-like" ability to grow damaged cartilage
The study says that researchers can determine the missing regenerative factors in humans. Salamanders , axolotls, and other animals with regenerative abilities have a type of molecule called microRNA that helps regulate joint tissue fix. [Full Article...]
Indiana AG: 165 more fetal remains linked to late doctor
More fetal remains linked to dead abortion Dr. Ulrich Klopfer have been discovered, police said. The most recent fetal remains were found in the gated lot of a business in Dolton, said Deputy Chief Dan Jungles of the Will County Sheriff's Office. [Full Article...]
Footballer Hajra Khan shares an important message about mental health
Pakistan's women football team captain shared her mental health story, actress Mahira Khan commended her for being courageous enough to speak about it. "Depression is something I continue to go through daily, it doesn't go away". "Almost exactly like our physical health, mental health requires hard work, fix and maintenance so it's okay to feel unstable, it's okay to disassociate, it's okay to n... [Full Article...]
CDC: Outbreak Of Salmonella Due To Pet Turtles
The CDC put out a statement Wednesday, saying that 12 of 17 people who spoke with the government agency said they had been in contact with a pet turtle right before they got sick. Ill people range in age from less than one year old to 80 years old, with the median age being 24. This takes an average of 2 to 4 weeks. Epidemiologic and traceback investigations point to contact with pet turtles as ... [Full Article...]
US vaping illnesses continue to rise but cause is still a mystery
The serious respiratory illness has prompted a health scare that has led U.S. officials to urge people to stop vaping, especially with products containing THC. The CDC is also analyzing data to determine how many of those killed or injured used THC-containing products prior to their injury. "Vaping is not safe for young people or pregnant women", Russell said in a press release Friday. [Full Article...]
Moving wildfire erupts overnight forcing 100K to evacuate, blaze is 0% contained
Nidorf Juvenile Hall facility in Sylmar, a facility that holds 278 teenagers, majority 15 to 18 years old. A firefighter waits for water as the Saddleridge fire flares up near homes in Sylmar, Calif., Oct. The so-called Saddleridge fire, which started in Sylmar, had consumed more than 4,600 acres by 3am local time Friday, fire officials said. In Los Angeles , residents need to be prepared f... [Full Article...]
MI hospital investigating possible Legionnaires' disease outbreak
The outbreak is linked to the North Carolina Mountain State Fair, which took place from September 6-15 at the Western North Carolina Agricultural Center in Fletcher. Legionella bacteria are found naturally in the environment but can become a health concern when they "spread in human-made water systems like hot water tanks, cooling towers of air conditioning systems, decorative fountains and h... [Full Article...]
Report shows Iowa with 14th highest obesity rate for kids | 1040 WHO
MS (25.4%), West Virginia (20.9%) and Kentucky (20.8%) had the highest rates of youth obesity, while Utah (8.7%), Minnesota (9.4%) and Alaska (9.9%) had the lowest rates. "Childhood obesity sets New York's children up for an increased risk of heart attack, stroke, and diabetes". Research shows prevention efforts early in life reduce the risk of obesity later. [Full Article...]