Can you wear the same pair of socks more than once?
It's pretty normal to wear the same pair of jeans, a jumper or even a t-shirt more than once. But what about your socks?
Dec 8, 2025
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Eukaryota: News and Research on Aspergillus
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How a cell receptor dampens the immune response against fungal infection
People are exposed to millions of fungal spores every day, even potentially harmful ones like those from Aspergillus fumigatus. For most individuals, this constant exposure is harmless, as the immune system efficiently clears ...
Sep 11, 2025
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Toxic fungus from King Tutankhamun's tomb yields cancer-fighting compounds—new study
In November 1922, archaeologist Howard Carter peered through a small hole into the sealed tomb of King Tutankhamun. When asked if he could see anything, he replied: "Yes, wonderful things." Within months, however, Carter's ...
Jul 22, 2025
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Dropscreen, ViewAllergy39 not equally effective for detecting allergens, study finds
DropScreen (DS) and ViewAllergy39 (VA) are not equally effective for detecting specific immunoglobulin (Ig) E involved in pollinosis, according to a study published online in the Journal of Immunoassay and Immunochemistry.
Jul 15, 2025
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Researchers call for urgent study of fungal toxins in Ghana's liver cancer rise
There's an urgent need to quantify the role of fungal toxins (aflatoxins) found in agricultural crops, such as maize and peanuts (groundnuts), in the escalating rates of liver cancer in Ghana, as well as elsewhere in Africa ...
Jun 10, 2025
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When fungi take your breath away—how a mold can unbalance the lungs
An invisible intruder puts the delicate balance in our lungs to the test: the mold Aspergillus fumigatus, harmless in nature, can become a serious danger if the immune system is weakened—and change the entire bacterial ...
May 21, 2025
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Invasive fungal infections: A growing risk to human health worldwide
Thinking of fungi probably conjures up an image of some wild mushrooms or a sourdough starter in your mind. That, or maybe a time where you had an unfortunate itchy skin rash that went away with a bit of topical medication.
Jan 23, 2024
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New estimate doubles likely deaths from fungal disease globally
The annual total of deaths from fungal disease worldwide has risen to 3.75 million, double the previous estimate, according to a new study.
Jan 12, 2024
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Cannabis products may harbor fungal toxins harmful to human health, but regulations are uneven or nonexistent
Hemp and cannabis host many fungi inside and outside the plant, most of which are harmless to most people. However, certain types of fungi such as Aspergillus and Fusarium pose potential health concerns, particularly for ...
Jan 10, 2024
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Christmas tree syndrome: Why the festive evergreen can make your nose run—and what you can do about it
Decorating the Christmas tree is a beloved tradition for many of us during the festive season. While some people prefer using and reusing an artificial tree as an environmentally friendly way to enjoy the holiday spirit, ...
Dec 5, 2023
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