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X @Nick Szabo
Nick Szabo· 2025-10-31 01:47
RT Nick Szabo (@NickSzabo4)@GasandElectric6 @Ragnarok88123 @gen0m1cs Genetics doesn't explain the dramatic rise in cases over the course of just three decades. That has to have environmental, cause(s), whether one of altered diagnosis or altered pathology. ...
X @Bloomberg
Bloomberg· 2025-10-29 02:45
A coronavirus carrying a genetic feature found in the viruses that cause Covid-19 and MERS has been discovered in bats in Brazil, expanding the known global range of batborne viruses capable of jumping into other species https://t.co/fPYLkJwNj1 ...
What if your health data could save a life? | Ashley Van Zeeland | TEDxSanDiegoWomen
TEDx Talks· 2025-10-24 17:00
[Music] [Applause] [Music] I'd like you to picture Thomas Edison tinkering away by himself. self inventing the modern light bulb or Jonas Sulk working tirelessly alone in his laboratory creating the polio vaccine or even Albert Einstein sitting in a secluded basement patent office quietly theorizing about special relativity. It's a romantic notion, right.Well, I'm here to tell you that that is the old paradigm. You see, science and especially biomedical science has grown so vast and complex that it can no l ...
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Ansem 🧸💸· 2025-10-19 05:08
RT Hench D. Kunt (🥛, 🧀 ) (@Chad_Hominem_)@blknoiz06 And I’m not saying he doesn’t take drugs, maybe he does. Probably, even. But so are tons of pros in every sport (I’ve helped quite a few of them).But absolutely nothing can make up for lack of genetic freak factor.Some people just have a gift that no glass vial can replace. ...
Know Thyself 2.0: When Technology Rewrites Life | Aristides G. Eliopoulos | TEDxNTUA
TEDx Talks· 2025-09-19 15:15
[μουσική] [χειροκρότημα] [χειροκρότημα] Καλησπέρα σας. Έχετε κάνει ποτέ μια εξέταση και φοβηθήκατε να δείτε το αποτέλεσμα Μπορεί να ήτανε κάτι απλό, μια γενική αίματος ή κάτι λίγο πιο σοβαρό, μια μικρή βιοψία. Εκείνη στιγμή που ο φόβος να μάθεις ξεπερνάει την ανάγκη να ξέρεις.Τώρα φανταστείτε πως η εξέταση αυτή δεν αφορά το παρόν, αλλά το μέλλον σας. Πώς θα νιώθατε αν ξέρετε ότι έχετε για παράδειγμα 60% αυξημένο κίνδυνο να εμφανίσετε καρδιακιακή νόσο ή 40% μεγαλύτερη πιθανότητα για αλzχάμε στα 58 σας θα θέλ ...
X @Andrew Tate
Andrew Tate· 2025-08-04 14:05
Social Commentary - Post natal depression stems from a woman's perceived mistake in replicating "beta male" genetics [1] - This replication occurs through strategies like time investment, familiarity, and acts of service [1] - Women in seemingly happy marriages may experience post natal depression due to this perceived genetic mistake [1] - Conversely, brief encounters with "alpha" males may not lead to post natal depression because of the perceived superior genetics [1][2] - The report suggests a belief that genetics are paramount, with a small effort from a "killer" being more valuable than significant effort from a weaker male [2]
X @The Economist
The Economist· 2025-07-31 04:20
Genetically, the animal is about as far removed from a common nag as it is possible for a horse to be. The beast has never been tamed https://t.co/OMuFVhe8q4 ...
Why cousin marriage is a genetic gamble | Mohammed Jakir Hosen | TEDxCOU
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-29 14:49
Core Argument - Consanguineous marriage, particularly among cousins, increases the risk of genetic disorders in offspring due to the higher probability of inheriting recessive genes [2][6] - While consanguinity is prevalent globally, it is notably higher in Arab countries and Muslim communities, with Pakistan having over 50% of marriages between cousins [10][11] - Increased awareness, premarital genetic screening, and newborn screening are crucial interventions to mitigate the risks associated with consanguineous marriages [15][16][19] Genetic Risks and Examples - Offspring of consanguineous marriages have a 25% chance of being affected by autosomal recessive diseases [6][14] - Historical examples, such as the Habsburg family, demonstrate how inbreeding can lead to serious genetic diseases and the decline of a bloodline [8] - Conditions like Meckel-Gruber syndrome, a fatal genetic disorder, are linked to consanguinity, resulting in severe fetal abnormalities and death [9] Regional Prevalence and Cultural Factors - Consanguineous marriage rates vary significantly by country, with higher rates observed in Arab and Muslim communities [10] - Cultural factors, including attraction, love, status, and wealth preservation, contribute to the practice of consanguineous marriage [11] - In Bangladesh, studies indicate consanguinity rates ranging from 4% to 10%, with higher rates in certain regions [12] Impact on Child Health - Under-five child mortality rates are significantly higher in consanguineous families compared to non-consanguineous families [13] - Miscarriage rates are also significantly elevated in consanguineous families [14] - Children from consanguineous families are approximately three times more likely to be affected by genetic diseases such as thalassemia, disability, and asthma [14] Solutions and Prevention Strategies - Premarital carrier screening is essential to identify potential genetic risks in partners and for future generations [15] - Newborn screening can help detect enzyme deficiencies or hormone imbalances early, enabling prompt intervention [16] - Public awareness campaigns are vital to educate communities about the risks associated with consanguineous marriage [16] Success Stories - Cyprus successfully reduced the incidence of thalassemia through a 25-year policy-level initiative involving screening, mandatory prenatal testing, and DNA screening [17][18] - The number of thalassemia births in Cyprus decreased from approximately 30 per year to 2-3 per year through these interventions [17][18]
X @The Economist
The Economist· 2025-07-26 08:40
Animal Genetics - The animal's genetic makeup is significantly different from that of a common horse [1] Animal Behavior - The animal has never been domesticated [1]