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Why you hardly notice your blind spot: New tests pit three theories of consciousness - Medical Xpress
health 2026/02/13 17:00:01

Why you hardly notice your blind spot: New tests pit three theories of consciousness - Medical Xpress

Although humans' visual perception of the world appears complete, our eyes contain a visual blind spot where the optic nerve connects to the retina. Scientists are still uncertain whether the brain fully compensates for the blind spot or if it causes perceptu…

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Nation’s ‘largest known outbreak’ of sexually transmitted ringworm fungus in Minnesota - 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS
health 2026/02/13 16:50:28

Nation’s ‘largest known outbreak’ of sexually transmitted ringworm fungus in Minnesota - 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS

Minnesota health officials say the state is currently dealing with the United States' “largest known outbreak” of a sexually transmitted fungus that can cause ringworm.

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Pancreatic Cancer: Top 10 Triggers for an Often-Silent Disease - Medscape
health 2026/02/13 16:42:17

Pancreatic Cancer: Top 10 Triggers for an Often-Silent Disease - Medscape

Dr Grace E. Kim surveys the latest data on the leading contributors to pancreatic cancer, from lifestyle factors to genetic predisposition.

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Scientists May Have Found One Shocking Explanation for the Rise In Colorectal Cancer - Women's Health
health 2026/02/13 16:31:00

Scientists May Have Found One Shocking Explanation for the Rise In Colorectal Cancer - Women's Health

New research has found a link between colorectal cancer in young women and ultra-processed foods. Here’s what’s behind this, and how to minimize your intake.

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Kelly B. Zafman, MD, MSCR, on the risks of stopping antidepressants during pregnancy - Contemporary OB/GYN
health 2026/02/13 15:10:18

Kelly B. Zafman, MD, MSCR, on the risks of stopping antidepressants during pregnancy - Contemporary OB/GYN

Kelly B. Zafman, MD, MSCR, shares findings from a study evaluating antidepressant discussion during pregnancy. Click here for more on this study.

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One in Three Dementia Cases Is Linked to Disease Outside The Brain - ScienceAlert
health 2026/02/13 14:02:36

One in Three Dementia Cases Is Linked to Disease Outside The Brain - ScienceAlert

Some forms of dementia may not be confined to the central nervous system; they may not even begin in the brain.

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