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Hidden home danger: Experts warn of health risks from indoor mold exposure
WASHINGTON — Mold, a silent but potentially dangerous intruder, may be growing unnoticed inside homes across the country. While it’s often dismissed as a cosmetic nuisance, experts warn that mold can be far more than an eyesore—it can pose serious risks to physical health and well-being. Mold thrives in damp, humid environments, spreading through microscopic airborne spores that easily circulate indoors. When inhaled, these spores can trigger a wide range of health problems, from mild r
Hidden home danger: Experts warn of health risks from indoor mold exposure
WASHINGTON — Mold, a silent but potentially dangerous intruder, may be growing unnoticed inside homes across the country. While it’s often dismissed as a cosmetic nuisance, experts warn that mold can be far more than an eyesore—it can pose serious risks to physical health and well-being. Mold thrives in damp, humid environments, spreading through microscopic airborne spores that easily circulate indoors. When inhaled, these spores can trigger a wide range of health problems, from mild r
Suburban Chicago Scientist Fred Ramsdell Wins Nobel Prize in Medicine
A suburban Chicago native, Fred Ramsdell, has earned one of science’s highest honors, sharing the 2025 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine with Mary E. Brunkow and Dr. Shimon Sakaguchi for their pioneering discoveries on peripheral immune tolerance. Their groundbreaking work unveiled how the body prevents immune cells from attacking its own tissues—a finding that has revolutionized the field of immunology and paved the way for new treatments for autoimmune diseases and cancer.
Suburban Chicago Scientist Fred Ramsdell Wins Nobel Prize in Medicine
A suburban Chicago native, Fred Ramsdell, has earned one of science’s highest honors, sharing the 2025 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine with Mary E. Brunkow and Dr. Shimon Sakaguchi for their pioneering discoveries on peripheral immune tolerance. Their groundbreaking work unveiled how the body prevents immune cells from attacking its own tissues—a finding that has revolutionized the field of immunology and paved the way for new treatments for autoimmune diseases and cancer.
Russia Launches 75 Mice into Space to Study Effects of Spaceflight on Living Organisms
Russia has launched 75 mice aboard its Bion-M No.2 biosatellite for a month-long mission in low-Earth orbit, making a significant step in advancing our understanding of how spaceflight affects living organisms. The mission, which took place on August 20, 2025, is a pivotal research experiment aimed at gathering critical data that will aid in the preparation for human space missions to the Moon, Mars, and beyond. The
Russia Launches 75 Mice into Space to Study Effects of Spaceflight on Living Organisms
Russia has launched 75 mice aboard its Bion-M No.2 biosatellite for a month-long mission in low-Earth orbit, making a significant step in advancing our understanding of how spaceflight affects living organisms. The mission, which took place on August 20, 2025, is a pivotal research experiment aimed at gathering critical data that will aid in the preparation for human space missions to the Moon, Mars, and beyond. The
Gut Health on the Menu: The Power of Functional Foods for Digestive Wellness
The conversation around gut health has become one of the most important topics in the wellness community. With increasing awareness about digestive health, functional foods have emerged as a powerful tool in promoting gut wellness and overall health. These foods, packed with bioactive compounds, work to support the digestive system, enhance nutrient absorption, and regulate the gut microbiome. So, what exactly are functional foods, and how can they improve gut health? Unders
Gut Health on the Menu: The Power of Functional Foods for Digestive Wellness
The conversation around gut health has become one of the most important topics in the wellness community. With increasing awareness about digestive health, functional foods have emerged as a powerful tool in promoting gut wellness and overall health. These foods, packed with bioactive compounds, work to support the digestive system, enhance nutrient absorption, and regulate the gut microbiome. So, what exactly are functional foods, and how can they improve gut health? Unders
Traditional Indian Drinks That Boost Immunity: Natural Ways to Strengthen Your Body
In today’s fast-paced world, maintaining a healthy immune system is more important than ever. While modern medicine plays a crucial role in health care, traditional remedies continue to be the backbone of many cultures, especially in India, where Ayurvedic practices and herbal treatments have been followed for centuries. In India, several traditional drinks, made with natural ingredients, are known to boost immunity, fight infections, and help the body w
Traditional Indian Drinks That Boost Immunity: Natural Ways to Strengthen Your Body
In today’s fast-paced world, maintaining a healthy immune system is more important than ever. While modern medicine plays a crucial role in health care, traditional remedies continue to be the backbone of many cultures, especially in India, where Ayurvedic practices and herbal treatments have been followed for centuries. In India, several traditional drinks, made with natural ingredients, are known to boost immunity, fight infections, and help the body w









