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Can Beard Fungal Infections Spread? What Men Need To Know About Tinea Barbae
Tinea barbae is a relatively uncommon fungal infection that affects hair follicles in the beard and moustache region, usually in adult men.
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Getting A Skin Rash After Eating Raw Mangoes? Here's Why And What To Do About It
Love raw mangoes but end up with itchy lips, rashes or facial redness? Doctors say compounds in mango peel and sap can trigger allergic skin reactions in some people, especially during the Indian summer mango season.
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Rare 'Worm Sneezing' Case Of Greek Woman Sparks Questions On Hidden Parasitic Infections; What A Doctor Wants You To Know
A rare case of a woman sneezing out worms has spotlighted hidden parasitic infections. Experts explain how such infections occur, who is at risk, early warning signs, and simple steps to prevent serious health complications.
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Did You Know? You Might Be Eating Around 5 Grams Of Microplastics Every Week
Microplastics enter the body via food, water, and air, potentially causing oxidative stress, inflammation, and cellular damage.
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Children's Colourful Clothes May Have Toxic Metals, Study Finds
The study highlights the need for stricter regulations and safer alternatives in textile manufacturing.
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Black Rain Health Risks Explained: WHO Warns Of Toxic Fallout In Iran
The World Health Organization has warned about health risks from "black rain" reported in Iran after oil facility fires. Here's what black rain is, why it occurs, its health effects and precautions to stay safe.
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Researchers Develop Neuromorphic ‘E-Skin’ to Give Humanoid Robots Pain Reflexes
A new neuromorphic “electronic skin” developed by scientists in Hong Kong brings robots closer to human-like touch and pain perception. The layered e-skin converts pressure into neural-style pulses, distinguishing gentle contact from harmful force. When pressure exceeds a pain threshold, the system bypasses the main processor to trigger instant...
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All About New Mpox Strain Identified In UK As Experts Ask Those Eligible To Get Vaccinated
The UKHSA said it is assessing the significance of the strain and working with international partners to monitor its spread.
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US Squirrels Hit By Viral Disease Causing Grisly Warts. Do They Pose Threat To Humans?
Photos of these afflicted squirrels have been surfacing since mid-2023, but sightings have increased again this summer.
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Fitness Enthusiasts Warned in US, UK After Rise In Superbug Infections
Poor hygiene practices, such as not cleaning equipment or not showering after workouts, can increase the risk of transmission.
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New Biosensor in Seatbelts Tracks Driver Stress and Health Levels
Researchers from the National University of Singapore and Tsinghua University have developed a groundbreaking biosensor integrated into seatbelts. This innovative device monitors vital signs such as heart rate and respiration without direct skin contact, ensuring reliable performance even in moving vehicles and aircraft.
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Weather Change Increases Your Risk Of Catching A Cold; Follow These Prevention Tips This Fall
Viral transmission occurs when a person comes into contact with the cold virus, follow the prevention strategies discussed below to prevent it.
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'Don't Touch Foreigners': Chinese Doctor's Advice To Avoid Monkeypox
A top Chinese health official has warned citizens against having skin contact with foreigners and recent returnees from abroad to avoid contracting Monkeypox, triggering a social media backlash for his "racist and discriminatory" remarks.
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Nairobi Flies Infect Sikkim Students: All You Need To Know About Skin-Burning Insects
More than a hundred students of an engineering college in Sikkim recently suffered severe skin infections after coming in contact with 'Nairobi flies'.
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100 Students In Sikkim Suffer Severe Skin Infections Due To Nairobi Flies
Around 100 students of an engineering college in East Sikkim suffered severe skin infections after coming in contact with Nairobi flies, officials said on Tuesday.
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Can Beard Fungal Infections Spread? What Men Need To Know About Tinea Barbae
Tinea barbae is a relatively uncommon fungal infection that affects hair follicles in the beard and moustache region, usually in adult men.
-
Getting A Skin Rash After Eating Raw Mangoes? Here's Why And What To Do About It
Love raw mangoes but end up with itchy lips, rashes or facial redness? Doctors say compounds in mango peel and sap can trigger allergic skin reactions in some people, especially during the Indian summer mango season.
-
Rare 'Worm Sneezing' Case Of Greek Woman Sparks Questions On Hidden Parasitic Infections; What A Doctor Wants You To Know
A rare case of a woman sneezing out worms has spotlighted hidden parasitic infections. Experts explain how such infections occur, who is at risk, early warning signs, and simple steps to prevent serious health complications.
-
Did You Know? You Might Be Eating Around 5 Grams Of Microplastics Every Week
Microplastics enter the body via food, water, and air, potentially causing oxidative stress, inflammation, and cellular damage.
-
Children's Colourful Clothes May Have Toxic Metals, Study Finds
The study highlights the need for stricter regulations and safer alternatives in textile manufacturing.
-
Black Rain Health Risks Explained: WHO Warns Of Toxic Fallout In Iran
The World Health Organization has warned about health risks from "black rain" reported in Iran after oil facility fires. Here's what black rain is, why it occurs, its health effects and precautions to stay safe.
-
Researchers Develop Neuromorphic ‘E-Skin’ to Give Humanoid Robots Pain Reflexes
A new neuromorphic “electronic skin” developed by scientists in Hong Kong brings robots closer to human-like touch and pain perception. The layered e-skin converts pressure into neural-style pulses, distinguishing gentle contact from harmful force. When pressure exceeds a pain threshold, the system bypasses the main processor to trigger instant...
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All About New Mpox Strain Identified In UK As Experts Ask Those Eligible To Get Vaccinated
The UKHSA said it is assessing the significance of the strain and working with international partners to monitor its spread.
-
US Squirrels Hit By Viral Disease Causing Grisly Warts. Do They Pose Threat To Humans?
Photos of these afflicted squirrels have been surfacing since mid-2023, but sightings have increased again this summer.
-
Fitness Enthusiasts Warned in US, UK After Rise In Superbug Infections
Poor hygiene practices, such as not cleaning equipment or not showering after workouts, can increase the risk of transmission.
-
New Biosensor in Seatbelts Tracks Driver Stress and Health Levels
Researchers from the National University of Singapore and Tsinghua University have developed a groundbreaking biosensor integrated into seatbelts. This innovative device monitors vital signs such as heart rate and respiration without direct skin contact, ensuring reliable performance even in moving vehicles and aircraft.
-
Weather Change Increases Your Risk Of Catching A Cold; Follow These Prevention Tips This Fall
Viral transmission occurs when a person comes into contact with the cold virus, follow the prevention strategies discussed below to prevent it.
-
'Don't Touch Foreigners': Chinese Doctor's Advice To Avoid Monkeypox
A top Chinese health official has warned citizens against having skin contact with foreigners and recent returnees from abroad to avoid contracting Monkeypox, triggering a social media backlash for his "racist and discriminatory" remarks.
-
Nairobi Flies Infect Sikkim Students: All You Need To Know About Skin-Burning Insects
More than a hundred students of an engineering college in Sikkim recently suffered severe skin infections after coming in contact with 'Nairobi flies'.
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100 Students In Sikkim Suffer Severe Skin Infections Due To Nairobi Flies
Around 100 students of an engineering college in East Sikkim suffered severe skin infections after coming in contact with Nairobi flies, officials said on Tuesday.
