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Sciworthy

The Encyclopedia of Science's Frontier

Author: Ruby Costigan

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Do pregnancy complications increase risk of heart disease?

Posted on March 13, 2023February 27, 2023 by Ruby Costigan

Researchers found women who have complications during pregnancy could be at a higher risk of developing heart disease for up to 46 years…

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    Engineering bacteria to fight antibiotic-resistant strains

    Posted on February 16, 2023February 16, 2023 by Ruby Costigan

    Scientists engineered live bacteria to fight other, harmful bacteria that cause lung infections. This could be another way to tackle…

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      New genetic markers for rheumatoid arthritis

      Posted on January 26, 2023February 15, 2023 by Ruby Costigan

      Scientists uncovered new genetic risk factors for rheumatoid arthritis by comparing DNA from people across 5 ancestries. This research could…

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        Human gut microbiota invade urban wildlife

        Posted on January 2, 2023February 15, 2023 by Ruby Costigan

        Scientists have shown urban bird, mammal and reptile microbiomes are similar to those of humans. This is one example of how urbanization is…

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