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Rat 'lungworm' that can invade the human brain found in Georgia rodents
A parasitic worm that infects rats has established a new population in Georgia after previously being found in other southeastern states.
What causes a 'nervous stomach'?
Stress can cause "nervous stomach," but what is the link between negative emotions and uncomfortable digestive symptoms?
Why are some people's veins 'hard to find'?
From stress to dehydration, there are many reasons why some people's veins may be "hard to find" when they're getting an infusion or blood draw.
New 'inverse vaccine' could wipe out autoimmune diseases, but more research is needed
An "inverse vaccine," which selectively suppresses the immune system, treated multiple sclerosis in mice. But how well could this new approach work in people?
COVID drug molnupiravir may be driving the virus to mutate — should we worry?
The antiviral molnupiravir may be shaping the evolution of the virus behind COVID-19, but we still don't know what this means for transmission or the emergence of variants.
At-home DNA tests predict how you'll respond to drugs — but how well do they work?
Pharmacogenomic, or PGx, tests predict how your genes might affect your response to medications. But they have their limitations.
How does water get stuck in your ear — and how do you get it out?
Whether it's from a day at the beach or a trip to the swimming pool, getting water stuck in your ear is very common. But how does it happen?
Move over, Viagra — this spider's boner-inducing venom could treat people let down by the blue pill
Scientists say a synthetic compound derived from Brazilian wandering spider venom could treat people with erectile dysfunction for whom drugs like Viagra don't work.
