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Tiger Woods Undergoes Seventh Back Surgery: Lumbar Disc Replacement at L4-L5 Level

Golf legend Tiger Woods announced his seventh back surgery on Saturday, October 11, 2025, undergoing a lumbar disc replacement procedure to address severe spinal deterioration and chronic pain that had limited his mobility. The 49-year-old athlete revealed he had the surgery performed on Friday, October 10, at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York, […]

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‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Star Camilla Luddington Reveals Hashimoto’s Disease Diagnosis

Grey’s Anatomy star Camilla Luddington is opening up about her recent Hashimoto’s disease diagnosis, revealing how routine blood work finally explained years of unexplained fatigue, brain fog, and exhaustion that she had dismissed as normal aging. The 41-year-old actress, who portrays Dr. Jo Wilson on the long-running ABC medical drama, shared her health journey in an

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109 Americans Infected With Oropouche Virus As Deadly Outbreak Spreads Across Americas

More than 12,000 confirmed cases of Oropouche virus disease have swept through 11 countries in the Americas during 2025, marking the largest outbreak in history—yet the mosquito-borne illness remains virtually unknown to most Americans despite over 100 U.S. travelers contracting the virus. The outbreak has already claimed at least five lives in Brazil and caused birth defects

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FDA approves Elamipretide for Barth Syndrome

FDA Approves Johns Hopkins-Backed Elamipretide for Barth Syndrome

In a groundbreaking development for rare genetic disorders, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted accelerated approval to Forzinity (elamipretide), the first-ever therapy approved to treat Barth syndrome—a progressive and ultra-rare mitochondrial disease primarily affecting young males. The approval marks a significant milestone for the rare disease community and offers new hope to

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UCLA’s Non-Invasive AI BCI Advances Patient Care, Challenges Neuralink’s Approach

In a major breakthrough for neurotechnology and patient care, UCLA researchers have unveiled a revolutionary non-invasive brain-computer interface (BCI) powered by artificial intelligence (AI). This wearable system dramatically improves the ability of both paralyzed and able-bodied individuals to control devices with their thoughts—without the need for risky brain surgery. The innovation is challenging the invasive

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Rick Steves Brings Focus to Early Prostate Cancer Detection with MSU’s Nanomedicine and AI Breakthrough

Travel expert Rick Steves recently shared the update of his prostate cancer diagnosis, bringing national attention to the critical importance of early detection for one of the most common cancers affecting American men. Steves’ open discussion about his condition, treatments, and outlook highlights the urgent need for more accessible and accurate detection methods. With this

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Purdue University Researchers Uncover How Brain Fat Drives Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease

A startling new study from Purdue University has uncovered how fat buildup inside the brain’s immune cells may drive the progression of Alzheimer’s disease—pointing to a novel target for future therapies. The Discovery: Fat Clogs the Brain’s Immune DefenseTraditionally, Alzheimer’s research has focused on the toxic protein plaques and tangles that accumulate in the brain.

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How to Repel Kissing Bugs in california & USA: The Ultimate Guide to Protecting Your Home and Health

Kissing bugs (Triatomines) are biting insects known for transmitting the parasite Trypanosoma Cruzi, which causes Chagas disease—a potentially serious illness increasingly noted in parts of the USA, especially California and southern states like Texas and Arizona. With rising awareness due to news coverage and growing sightings reported in hotspots including Los Angeles, San Diego, and

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Russia’s EnteroMix: First Personalized mRNA Cancer Vaccine in Clinical Testing

Russian health authorities are on the verge of introducing a breakthrough personalized cancer vaccine Russia has developed, named EnteroMix. Created by the National Medical Research Radiological Centre (NMRRC) in collaboration with leading Russian institutions including the Gamaleya Center, the vaccine represents a major mRNA oncology breakthrough and is now in Phase 1 clinical testing with

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Gordon Ramsay Reveals Skin Cancer Diagnosis: How Deadly Is Basal Cell Carcinoma?

Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay recently revealed he underwent surgery to remove skin cancer, specifically basal cell carcinoma (BCC), bringing renewed attention to one of the most common forms of skin cancer worldwide. The 58-year-old, known for his fiery personality on hit shows like Hell’s Kitchen, took to social media to share images of his post-surgery

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