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North Carolina teen critically injured by rare brain-eating amoeba - FOX Weather

North Carolina teen critically injured by rare brain-eating amoeba - FOX Weather

North Carolina health officials say a central NC teen is critically ill with a rare Naegleria fowleri infection linked to warm freshwater.

Measles outbreak linked to metro Atlanta daycare - WSB-TV

Measles outbreak linked to metro Atlanta daycare - WSB-TV

The outbreak has been linked to a daycare in the metro Atlanta area.

Buzzy NYC nightclub plans to permanently ban partiers entering with smart glasses: ‘Keep the dance floor private’ - New York Post

Buzzy NYC nightclub plans to permanently ban partiers entering with smart glasses: ‘Keep the dance floor private’ - New York Post

They didn’t want this creepy mainstream trend going underground.

The popular diabetes drug metformin has been used for decades — and scientists just figured out its main mechanism - Live Science

The popular diabetes drug metformin has been used for decades — and scientists just figured out its main mechanism - Live Science

Scientists have debated whether the diabetes drug metformin acts primarily in the intestines or the liver. New findings clear up this confusion.

‘Breakbone fever’ common in tropical countries is spreading in Florida - New York Post

‘Breakbone fever’ common in tropical countries is spreading in Florida - New York Post

Several people in Florida have reported catching a mosquito borne-illness more commonly found in tropical countries. The frightening thing is they caught it here.

Why are flesh-eating bacteria expanding beyond traditional hotspots? - WFLA

Why are flesh-eating bacteria expanding beyond traditional hotspots? - WFLA

Scientists have recently documented the bacteria spreading to places that were once too cold for it to survive.

2 airport workers die of malaria from mosquito on plane in Germany, 4 others sickened - CBS News

2 airport workers die of malaria from mosquito on plane in Germany, 4 others sickened - CBS News

Caused by parasites spread via Anopheles mosquitoes, malaria can cause symptoms including nausea, headache and intense waves of fever and chills.

9 Best Fruits With Calcium to Help Reduce Bone Loss Risk - TODAY.com

9 Best Fruits With Calcium to Help Reduce Bone Loss Risk - TODAY.com

Which fruits are rich in calcium? Fruits with the most calcium for strong bones and teeth include oranges, dried figs, apricots and more.

Parkinson’s can rob people’s voices. This instrument could help bring them back. - The Washington Post

Parkinson’s can rob people’s voices. This instrument could help bring them back. - The Washington Post

“I never imagined that a simple harmonica could make such a meaningful difference in my life,” said one Parkinson's patient. “It has helped me find my voice again.”