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Scientists at Duke University recently revealed a gene variant known for affecting cholesterol levels might also increase the risk of typhoid fever. While this is certainly not good news, it was also found that cholesterol-lowering drugs, such as Zetia (ezetimibe), could help protect against typhoid fever as well. Using Cholesterol-Lowering Drugs to Protect Against Disease…

Everybody yawns. It’s a natural occurrence that few people think about. Yet it’s a strange,  involuntary action, one that seems to be contagious. When one person in a room yawns, it’s only a matter of seconds before a few other people begin yawning too. Have you ever wondered why? The Science Behind Yawning Scientists at the…

Dyslexia can be an extremely debilitating condition that affects not only the individual’s ability to read and write but can also result in lowered self-confidence. It’s a neurological condition that affects between five and 10 percent of the world. However, the advancement of technology over the past decade has been a huge benefit to numerous…

Dementia is an incredibly debilitating disease without a cure. There are many different forms of dementia, but the most common is Alzheimer’s disease, which affects roughly five million Americans over the age of 65. However, there are ways to prevent dementia without having to take medication. The Lancet Commission on Dementia Prevention and Care recently reported findings…

For many Americans, measles is a disease of the past, like polio. Unfortunately, measles has been making a big comeback in several different parts of the world. If you are going on vacation to certain global destinations, the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) recommends you take certain measles precautions. The Risk of Measles…