Tag: Infection
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Understanding Sepsis: The Silent Killer
What is Sepsis? Sepsis is a life-threatening condition that arises when the body’s response to an infection spirals out of control. According to recent statistics, sepsis affects approximately 48.9 million people worldwide each year, leading to over 11 million deaths annually. This alarming figure translates to one death every three seconds, marking sepsis as a…
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Could a Virus Influence Parkinson’s Disease?
In recent years, researchers have been exploring a fascinating yet concerning question: could a virus influence the risk of developing Parkinson’s disease? Recent studies suggest that the Human Pegivirus (HPgV), a virus previously regarded as harmless, might indeed play a role in the onset of this neurodegenerative disorder. This discovery is prompting scientists to delve…