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Nov 27 2024HEALTH

From Leg Weakness to Full Recovery: A Liver Transplant Success Story

Imagine having a liver disease so severe that it affects your legs, making it hard to walk. That's what hepatic myelopathy (HM) can do. A young man with hepatitis B and cirrhosis experienced just that. Doctors say HM is rare but serious, causing leg weakness that can progress to paralysis. After a l

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Nov 26 2024SPORTS

Stingrays Hockey Hits Screens Statewide

Every Saturday, South Carolina's hockey enthusiasts can catch the South Carolina Stingrays in action on Palmetto Sports & Entertainment, a new sports broadcast channel powered by Gray Media. This exciting partnership allows fans across the state to enjoy live games for free, right from their homes.

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Nov 26 2024SPORTS

How Liverpool is Handling Salah's Contract Situation

Mohamed Salah, Liverpool's star forward, is currently in the spotlight due to his contract situation. The Egyptian winger expressed disappointment that Liverpool hasn't offered him a new deal yet, which has sparked talks about his future with the club. Salah's contract ends in June 2025, and both he

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Nov 25 2024SPORTS

Trent's Big Decision: Liverpool or Madrid Calling?

Young star Trent Alexander-Arnold, a crucial player for Liverpool, is at a crossroads. His contract concludes in 2025, and whispers hint at a possible move to Real Madrid. But why ditch Liverpool, especially when they're keen to keep him with a good deal? A sports reporter believes the lure of bigge

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Nov 24 2024HEALTH

How Food Choices Affect Liver Disease: A Genetic Puzzle

Ever wondered how your food choices might play a role in liver health? Scientists are digging into this mystery, focusing on something called the FIB-4 index. This is a handy tool doctors use to gauge the severity of liver fibrosis without poking or prodding. The question is, can what you eat make a

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Nov 24 2024HEALTH

Saliva's microbe army: How sugar problems impact gum health

Did you know that the tiny creatures living in your saliva can tell a lot about your health? Especially if you have type 2 diabetes. In a recent study, scientists took a closer look at these microbes when diabetes meets different levels of gum disease. They found that the mix of microbes changes qui

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Nov 23 2024HEALTH

Exploring Fullerene B40 as a Drug Carrier for Lung Cancer Treatment

Scientists are diving into the world of nanomaterials to find better ways to deliver cancer drugs. One interesting substance is fullerene B40, a type of boron fullerene. Researchers used a method called DFT with B3LYP/6-311++G(d, p) to see how well B40 can carry a drug called gemcitabine, which figh

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Nov 23 2024HEALTH

Omicron and Kids Who Needed Liver Transplants: What Parents Thought

Doctors wanted to know more about how the Omicron variant affected children who needed liver transplants. They noticed that some kids got more ill than others and wanted to understand why. They also kept an eye on how many kids got vaccinated after the outbreak spread. Many parents started out unsur

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Nov 23 2024ENTERTAINMENT

Pac-Man Comes to Life: A Real-World Adventure Awaits!

Ever dreamed of being Pac-Man in real life? Now's your chance! Bandai Namco and Little Lion Entertainment are bringing the iconic game to Manchester, England. Starting March 22, players can run around a giant Pac-Man board, chowing down on dots and dodging ghosts. The "Pac-Man Live Experience" trans

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Nov 23 2024HEALTH

Discovering Ergothioneine: A Natural Fighter Against Liver Fibrosis

Ergothioneine, often found in our diet, is a powerful sulfur-containing amino acid with strong anti-oxidant and anti-inflammation properties. It's no surprise that it might help against liver fibrosis, a condition caused by chronic inflammation and oxidative stress. But how exactly does it work? Tha

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