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Health officials have revealed the key early warning signs of the ‘silent killer’ disease spread by bugs that is now ‘endemic’ to the US. Chagas disease is a dangerous and potentially deadly condition caused by the parasite Trypanosoma cruzi, which is generally transmitted through the feces of triatomine bugs.  Also nicknamed ‘kissing bugs,’ triatomines are known to bite humans and …

Local News One of the dogs, named Big Red, will be up for adoption once the virus and gastrointestinal parasites clear his system. Big Red during his hospitalization. MSPCA-Angell MSPCA-Angell is advising owners to vaccinate their dogs after golden retriever puppies with a potentially deadly disease were found abandoned in Boston. Five young puppies were found near Geneva Avenue in …

Taking an over-the-counter vitamin B3 supplement could help you prevent skin cancer, groundbreaking research suggested today.  The supplement was linked to both reducing the odds of developing the deadly disease and improving the outcomes for skin cancer survivors, the researchers said.  Known as nicotinamide, the vitamin has shown promise in skin cancer prevention, with up to three quarters of skin …

Support for this article was provided by the Pulitzer Center. Last month, a parade of vehicles wound its way through three cities in Brazil, releasing clouds of mosquitoes into the air. The insects all carry a secret weapon — a bacterium called Wolbachia that lowers the odds that the mosquitoes can transmit the dreaded dengue virus to humans. This is …

Chemists have created a synthetic way to produce potent compounds from guavas, which could lead to new treatments for liver cancer. Naturally-occurring molecules in the fruit, native to Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean, and northern South America, have been shown to kill liver cancer cells. But extracting enough of the molecules to serve the entire population would be impossible. Now, …

IN A NUTSHELL 🐛 Paralvinella hessleri worms thrive in toxic hydrothermal vents, showcasing remarkable adaptations. 🌋 These vents emit superheated water and deadly chemicals, creating an extreme environment. 🧪 The worms detoxify arsenic by combining it with sulfur, forming a non-toxic mineral. 🔬 Further research could unlock new methods for environmental and medical applications. In a recent study that has …

A fungus flagged as a “critical” concern by the World Health Organization may have a secret weapon: a virus hidden inside it. Now, a new study suggests that targeting this virus may offer a new strategy for treating these dangerous fungal infections in people. The virus, called A. fumigatus Polymycovirus-1 (AfuPmV-1M), was known prior to the new research. But the …

National security Terrorism Donald Trump Drugs in society See all topics Facebook Tweet Email Link The US military killed three people in another deadly strike on a vessel in international waters around South America allegedly “transporting illegal narcotics” from Venezuela, President Donald Trump said in a Truth Social post on Monday. “This morning, on my Orders, US Military Forces conducted …

IN A NUTSHELL 🔍 Researchers at Los Alamos identified electron accumulation as a key factor in satellite failures. ⚡ Sudden electrical discharges, known as Spacecraft Environment Discharges, can damage satellite electronics. 📊 The study found a 75% correlation between electron peaks and discharges, allowing for potential prediction systems. 🚀 Future satellites could benefit from continuous electron monitoring to prevent unexpected …

‘Kissing Bug’: An insect bite you won’t even notice could have deadly implications  WKBN.com Chagas disease, or deadly “kissing bug” disease, has spread in the U.S. Here’s what to know.  CBS News ‘Kissing bug’ disease should be treated as endemic in US, scientists say  The Guardian Oklahoma woman’s yard infested by mystery bugs  WGN-TV Experts in Texas warn that potentially deadly ‘kissing bug’ disease …