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Model Katie Price "Heartbroken" Over Son Harvey's Health, Says He's At Risk Of Heart Attack
Harvey, who lives with a rare genetic condition called Prader-Willi syndrome, now weighs close to 30 stone (around 188 kg).
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These Light Exercises Before Bed Can Help Boost Your Metabolism
Here we share a list of exercises you can perform before bed for better metabolism.
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Genomic Analysis Of 10,000 Indians Likely To Kickstart Precision Medicine
The GenomeIndia Project -- India's reference dataset for genetics and genomics -- could help improve how disease is diagnosed, predict one's response to a drug and kick-start precision medicine efforts in India, according to a research article.
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What Is Type-5 Diabetes? Understanding The Difference And Its Symptoms
Here are key symptoms and facts that distinguish type-5 diabetes (MODY).
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Scientists Revive Dire Wolves Using Ancient DNA and Modern Gene Editing
In a landmark scientific achievement, three dire wolf pups have been born using reconstructed DNA from fossils, marking the species’ return after being extinct for over 12,000 years. Dallas-based Colossal Biosciences led the project, using gene editing to implant dire wolf traits into grey wolf embryos, which were then carried by domestic dog sur...
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Best Midnight Snacks If You Want To Maintain A Good Metabolism
Below we share snacks you can snack on during midnight if you want to maintain a good metabolism.
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Nutritionist's Guide To Reducing Bad Cholesterol And Increasing The Good One
Anjali Mukerjee explains that genetics, certain medical conditions and some medications can also raise LDL cholesterol or lower HDL cholesterol.
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Chinese Doctors Implant Pig Liver In Human For First Time
Chinese doctors said that they had transplanted a liver from a genetically modified pig into a brain-dead human for the first time, raising hopes of a live-saving donor option for patients in the future.
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Doctors Implant Pig Liver In Human For The First Time In China
Chinese doctors said Wednesday that they had transplanted a liver from a genetically modified pig into a brain-dead human for the first time, raising hopes of a live-saving donor option for patients in the future.
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Down Syndrome: Symptoms And Causes
Understanding symptoms and causes of Down syndrome can help in early diagnosis and better management.
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Iguanas Travelled 5,000 Miles to Fiji on Rafts 34 Million Years Ago
Iguanas undertook a remarkable 5,000-mile journey from North America to Fiji around 34 million years ago. According to a new genetic study, these reptiles floated on rafts of vegetation, possibly due to extreme weather events. The research, published in PNAS, found that Fiji’s iguanas are closely related to North American species, contradicting e...
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Surat's Vispy Kharadi On World Record For Holding Hercules Pillars: "Proved Them Wrong"
Mr Kharadi addressed the achievement while challenging the notion that Indians are genetically weaker than athletes from other nations.
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Ancient Europeans Retained Dark Skin, Hair and Eyes Until the Iron Age, Claims New Study
A genetic study analysing 348 ancient DNA samples reveals that most prehistoric Europeans had dark skin, hair, and eyes well into the Iron Age. Although genes for lighter pigmentation appeared around 14,000 years ago, they remained rare until about 3,000 years ago. Lighter skin may have been advantageous for vitamin D production, while lighter eyes...
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Olivia Farnsworth: UK Girl Who Feels No Pain, Hunger, Or Fatigue
Olivia Farnsworth, a UK girl, has a rare genetic condition that makes her insensitive to pain, hunger, and fatigue, posing significant health risks and requiring constant monitoring and management to ensure her well-being.
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Prince Frederik Of Luxembourg's Final Act Of Bravery Before Death At 22
Prince Frederik of Luxembourg was diagnosed with POLG mitochondrial disease, a rare genetic disorder affecting approximately one in 5,000 people, at the age of 14.
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Model Katie Price "Heartbroken" Over Son Harvey's Health, Says He's At Risk Of Heart Attack
Harvey, who lives with a rare genetic condition called Prader-Willi syndrome, now weighs close to 30 stone (around 188 kg).
-
These Light Exercises Before Bed Can Help Boost Your Metabolism
Here we share a list of exercises you can perform before bed for better metabolism.
-
Genomic Analysis Of 10,000 Indians Likely To Kickstart Precision Medicine
The GenomeIndia Project -- India's reference dataset for genetics and genomics -- could help improve how disease is diagnosed, predict one's response to a drug and kick-start precision medicine efforts in India, according to a research article.
-
What Is Type-5 Diabetes? Understanding The Difference And Its Symptoms
Here are key symptoms and facts that distinguish type-5 diabetes (MODY).
-
Scientists Revive Dire Wolves Using Ancient DNA and Modern Gene Editing
In a landmark scientific achievement, three dire wolf pups have been born using reconstructed DNA from fossils, marking the species’ return after being extinct for over 12,000 years. Dallas-based Colossal Biosciences led the project, using gene editing to implant dire wolf traits into grey wolf embryos, which were then carried by domestic dog sur...
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Best Midnight Snacks If You Want To Maintain A Good Metabolism
Below we share snacks you can snack on during midnight if you want to maintain a good metabolism.
-
Nutritionist's Guide To Reducing Bad Cholesterol And Increasing The Good One
Anjali Mukerjee explains that genetics, certain medical conditions and some medications can also raise LDL cholesterol or lower HDL cholesterol.
-
Chinese Doctors Implant Pig Liver In Human For First Time
Chinese doctors said that they had transplanted a liver from a genetically modified pig into a brain-dead human for the first time, raising hopes of a live-saving donor option for patients in the future.
-
Doctors Implant Pig Liver In Human For The First Time In China
Chinese doctors said Wednesday that they had transplanted a liver from a genetically modified pig into a brain-dead human for the first time, raising hopes of a live-saving donor option for patients in the future.
-
Down Syndrome: Symptoms And Causes
Understanding symptoms and causes of Down syndrome can help in early diagnosis and better management.
-
Iguanas Travelled 5,000 Miles to Fiji on Rafts 34 Million Years Ago
Iguanas undertook a remarkable 5,000-mile journey from North America to Fiji around 34 million years ago. According to a new genetic study, these reptiles floated on rafts of vegetation, possibly due to extreme weather events. The research, published in PNAS, found that Fiji’s iguanas are closely related to North American species, contradicting e...
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Surat's Vispy Kharadi On World Record For Holding Hercules Pillars: "Proved Them Wrong"
Mr Kharadi addressed the achievement while challenging the notion that Indians are genetically weaker than athletes from other nations.
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Ancient Europeans Retained Dark Skin, Hair and Eyes Until the Iron Age, Claims New Study
A genetic study analysing 348 ancient DNA samples reveals that most prehistoric Europeans had dark skin, hair, and eyes well into the Iron Age. Although genes for lighter pigmentation appeared around 14,000 years ago, they remained rare until about 3,000 years ago. Lighter skin may have been advantageous for vitamin D production, while lighter eyes...
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Olivia Farnsworth: UK Girl Who Feels No Pain, Hunger, Or Fatigue
Olivia Farnsworth, a UK girl, has a rare genetic condition that makes her insensitive to pain, hunger, and fatigue, posing significant health risks and requiring constant monitoring and management to ensure her well-being.
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Prince Frederik Of Luxembourg's Final Act Of Bravery Before Death At 22
Prince Frederik of Luxembourg was diagnosed with POLG mitochondrial disease, a rare genetic disorder affecting approximately one in 5,000 people, at the age of 14.
