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MD Anderson Research Highlights for March 12, 2025
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center's Research Highlights showcases the latest breakthroughs in cancer care, research and prevention. These advances are made possible through seamless collaboration between MD...
Shrews identified as big driver of Lyme disease in Martha's Vineyard, Nantucket
To curb the spread of Lyme disease in the northeastern United States, scientists and public health experts for decades have targeted white-footed mice as the prime hosts for the immature...
Pickleballers bounce back after joint replacement
Love pickleball, but facing a knee or hip replacement? Odds are you'll return to the court in no time, a new study suggests.
Wealthier Americans face lower risk of heart disease
Well-to-do and better-educated Americans have far lower rates of heart disease than the rest of the population, a new study says.
Buffalo Bills re-sign safety Damar Hamlin
The Buffalo Bills agreed to a one-year contract extension with veteran safety Damar Hamlin, the team announced Wednesday.
Total lunar eclipse March 2025 livestreams: Where to watch the 'Blood Moon' online for free
Here's how to watch all the total lunar eclipse action unfold live and online so you don't miss a second of the dramatic "Blood Moon" on March 13.
Farmers in bird flu 'panic' call for UK vaccine plan
Vaccinating poultry against bird flu is still not allowed in the UK despite a rise in farm outbreaks.
3 die on Victoria streets little more than an hour apart as Island Health issues drug toxicity warning
Three people died a little over an hour apart in Victoria on Monday, Victoria police and the B.C. Coroners Service have confirmed
Buffalo Bills to sign Joey Bosa as Von Miller replacement
The Buffalo Bills agreed to a 1-year deal with free agent Joey Bosa, who will serve as a replacement for departed linebacker Von Miller.
Captain of cargo vessel arrested following crash off British coast
The captain of the cargo ship that crashed into an oil tanker anchored off the coast of Britian Monday has been arrested.
Watch: Indiana Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton stuns Milwaukee Bucks with 4-point game-winner
Tyrese Haliburton lined up like wide receiver, ran a crossing route, caught a pass and knocked down a fadeaway 3-pointer as part of a game-winning four-point play to lift the...
Diagnostic dilemma: Growing weed with bat poop left 2 men with deadly infections
Using bat poop to fertilize plants like cannabis can sometimes have deadly consequences. A report highlights two fatal cases that affected men in New York.
Mongolia's children choke in toxic pollution
As she watched her five-month-old son lying in intensive care, wires and tubes crisscrossing his tiny body, Uyanga cursed her hometown Ulaanbaatar and its chronic pollution.
Landmark study on common women's infection: Treat the male partner
Health experts say an Australian study linking sexual activity to an infection that 1 in 3 U.S. women contract has provided a new tool to prevent recurrences, as well as...
On This Day, March 12: NHL suspends season amid COVID-19 outbreak
On March 12, 2020, the NHL paused its season, and the NCAA canceled its men's and women's tournaments as COVID-19 spread throughout the United States.
Measles at LAX: L.A. County resident had highly contagious disease when arriving at airport
A Los Angeles County resident who traveled through LAX was confirmed to have the measles. Here is a list of the places the person visited after the airport.
Ludwig Harvard's Bradley Bernstein elected Fellow of the AACR Academy
Ludwig Cancer Research extends its congratulations to Ludwig Harvard's Bradley Bernstein on his election as Fellow of the Academy of the American Association for Cancer Research.
Drug Building Blocks Pave Path to New Sepsis Treatments
The immune system typically can ramp up the body's defenses to clear out an invading threat without issue. Glitches can happen, however, with sepsis occurring when the mustered army of...
Quebec measles outbreaks linked to declining vaccination rates
Measles is making a comeback in Quebec. From December to March, at least 31 cases were reported and experts point to one cause — declining vaccination rates.
Testosterone therapy's popular in the online 'manosphere' — but doctor warns it's not for everyone
Many men experiment with testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) to improve their energy and strength, with some just getting it online, says a London, Ont., urologist who stresses getting medical guidance....
Tiger Woods undergoes surgery to repair ruptured Achilles tendon
Five-time Masters champion Tiger Woods underwent successful surgery Tuesday to repair a ruptured Achilles tendon in his left leg, one month before the first major championship of the season.
Deadly measles outbreak: 223 cases now in Texas, 33 in New Mexico
Adjoining counties in northwest Texas and eastern New Mexico account for 256 cases of measles with 223 in Texas and 33 in New Mexico, respective state health authorities announced Tuesday.
Risk of Reduced Crew Health and Performance Due to Hypoxia
1 min readRisk of Reduced Crew Health and Performance Due to Hypoxia Astronauts Michael R. (Rich) Clifford and Linda M. Godwin, the assigned space-walking mission specialists for STS-76, go through a “pre-breathing” period...
Risk of Reduced Physical Performance Capabilities Due to Reduced Aerobic Capacity (Aerobic Risk)
1 min readRisk of Reduced Physical Performance Capabilities Due to Reduced Aerobic Capacity (Aerobic Risk) NASA astronaut Anne McClain is inside the Destiny laboratory module surrounded by exercise gear, including laptop computers and...
Risk of Reduced Physical Performance Capabilities Due to Reduced Muscle Size, Strength, and Endurance (Muscle Risk)
1 min readRisk of Reduced Physical Performance Capabilities Due to Reduced Muscle Size, Strength, and Endurance (Muscle Risk) NASA astronaut and Expedition 65 Flight Engineer Mark Vande Hei sets up the International Space...
Risk of Renal Stone Formation
1 min readRisk of Renal Stone Formation ISS Expedition 13 Flight Engineer, Thomas Reiter, on board ISS processes samples for the Renal Stone investigation.NASA Exposure to microgravity induces bone atrophy/bone loss which increases...
Risk of Spaceflight Associated Neuro-ocular Syndrome
1 min readRisk of Spaceflight Associated Neuro-ocular Syndrome Astronaut Serena M. Auñón-Chancellor Examines Her Eyes in SpaceNASA Exposure to altered gravity can cause ocular and brain structural changes to develop during spaceflight; these...
Risk of Urinary Retention
1 min readRisk of Urinary Retention Astronaut Mark Vande Hei swaps out components on an advanced new toilet installed inside the International Space Station.NASA Exposure to the altered gravity in the spaceflight environment...