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Feb 26 2026HEALTH

Whole‑Body MRI Helps Spot Early Cancers in LFS Families

Li‑Fraumeni syndrome is a rare inherited condition that puts people at high risk for many cancers before age 30. The problem is caused by a harmful mutation in the TP53 gene, which normally stops abnormal cells from growing. Because of this danger, doctors worldwide advise yearly checks to catch tum

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Feb 18 2026HEALTH

Kids’ Fat Blood Problem: Why It Matters and What Can Help

In the United States, about one in ten to two in twenty children and teens have high triglyceride levels. The rise of obesity, sugar overload, and fatty liver disease is making this problem more common. If left unchecked, these high fats can trigger sudden pancreatitis, a dangerous stomach inflammat

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Feb 17 2026SCIENCE

Keeping Artemis II Astronauts Healthy: A Two-Week Lockdown

The Artemis II mission, set to be the first human moon voyage in half a century, is taking no chances with astronaut health. Before liftoff, the four crew members must spend 14 days in quarantine. This isn't just about avoiding major illnesses; even a simple cold can cause big problems in space. For

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Feb 13 2026HEALTH

Why Cancer Screening Videos Might Not Be the Best Way to Teach People

Cancer screening is a big deal. It helps find cancer early. This can make treatment easier. But, doing too many screenings can cause problems. Like false alarms. These can be scary and lead to more tests. So, teaching people about the right amount of screening is important. But how? Videos might not

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Feb 11 2026HEALTH

Students’ Views on Pre‑Marriage Health Checks in Bangladesh

The study looks at what university students think about pre‑marriage screening in Chattogram, Bangladesh. It focuses on how much they know, their attitudes, and what they feel about the tests that catch genetic or sexually transmitted diseases before couples marry. Many people in Bangladesh sh

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Feb 10 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Star Trek Legend Shares Thoughts on Space Movies and a Heavy Umbrella

George Takei, famous for his role on Star Trek, spoke about the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures’ month‑long film series that celebrates space travel in movies. The event started on January 30 and ends February 28, showing titles such as Star Trek IV, The Right Stuff, Solar­is, and Interstellar. A

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Jan 28 2026CELEBRITIES

Mike Tyson's Surprising White House Visit Sparks Debate

Mike Tyson's appearance at a private screening of the Melania Trump documentary has stirred up quite a conversation. The event, held in the White House's East Room, was attended by big names like Amazon's CEO Andy Jassy and Apple's CEO Tim Cook. But Tyson's presence stood out, especially considering

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Jan 27 2026HEALTH

Nipah Virus: Asia on Alert After Outbreak in India

Health authorities in Asia are boosting their defenses after Nipah virus cases surfaced in India. This rare but dangerous virus, which jumps from animals to humans, has infected five people in the southwestern state of Kerala. While Indian officials say the outbreak is contained to two districts, ne

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Jan 21 2026HEALTH

How AI is Changing Bone Health Checks

AI is stepping up to help doctors spot osteoporosis. This is a sneaky condition that weakens bones. It often goes unnoticed until a fracture happens. Now, AI tools are being tested to find osteoporosis earlier. These tools look at regular scans, like those for lung or heart issues. They check for bo

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Jan 18 2026HEALTH

How Computers Can Help Spot Liver Cancer Earlier

In Korea, doctors usually check for liver cancer in people with hepatitis or cirrhosis. But now, there's a new way to find those at risk. A team built a computer model that looks at regular health check-ups and medical records. It can predict who might get liver cancer without extra tests. This mod

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