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  • Function and Structure of Mitochondria

    Mitochondria are the power plants of the cell. The function of the mitochondria is to provide the chemical energy necessary to carry out the various cellular activities. Defects in the mitochondria structure or in the gene organization in the mitochondria lead to ill health and disease.
    Published by Sonal Panse (12123 pts) on Nov 3, 2009 to
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  • Ebola Virus FAQ

    The Ebola virus is one of nature's most feared pathogens. Highly virulent and dangerous it causes haemorrhagic fever which damages major organs and blood vessels. There is no known cure. Find out more about the virus and the potentially fatal disease it causes.
    Published by Paul Arnold (15420 pts) on Nov 2, 2009 to
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  • Facts about Fungal Sinus Infections

    Fungi can cause infections in many parts of our body; in the blood, on our feet, and inside our ears. And they can affect our sinuses too.
    Published by Paul Arnold (15420 pts) on Oct 31, 2009 to
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  • What Causes Fungal Ear Infection?

    Fungi can make their home in and on many parts of the human body. Most of the time they are completely harmless and we happily co-exist with them. But occasionally we become vulnerable to fungal infections in places such as the feet, nails, and the ear.
    Published by Paul Arnold (15420 pts) on Oct 31, 2009 to
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  • The Causes of Fungal Nail Infection

    Green, yellow, black, white - nails can take on a variety of hues when they are infected by fungus. Fungal nail infections are a common occurrence which can become painful if not treated. And there are a variety of causes.
    Published by Paul Arnold (15420 pts) on Oct 31, 2009 to
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  • Is Athlete's Foot Contagious?

    Athlete's foot (medical name: tinea pedis) is a common fungal infection caused by the ringworm fungus known as Trichophyton. The fungi thrive in the warm, moist areas of your feet and they can be contagious. Athlete's foot can also spread to other parts o the body.
    Published by Paul Arnold (15420 pts) on Oct 31, 2009 to
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  • The Facts about Shigella Bacteria

    Shigella is a Gram-negative non-spore forming rod-shaped bacteria. It is a close relation of E. coli and Salmonella and can infect the gut to cause a number of gastrointestinal problems.
    Published by Paul Arnold (15420 pts) on Oct 30, 2009 to
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  • What is Reiter's Syndrome?

    Reiter's syndrome, also known as reactive arthritis is a rare debilitating disease that can follow gastrointestinal infection.
    Published by Paul Arnold (15420 pts) on Oct 30, 2009 to
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  • Guide to the Structure and Function of the Golgi Apparatus

    The Golgi apparatus is a part of the cellular structure that assists in the modification and delivery of proteins and other macromolecules. Made up of flat membranes called cisternae, the Golgi apparatus also protects against cell destruction known as apoptosis.
    Published by Jason C. Chavis (4350 pts) on Oct 28, 2009 to
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  • Finding New Human Mouth Bacteria

    Keeping your lips, tongue, teeth and gums company inside your mouth are several hundred million bacterial cells from about 600 different strains. Most are harmless, but they are not all known to science. Periodically, scientists embark on voyages of discovery inside the mouth to find new strains.
    Published by Paul Arnold (15420 pts) on Oct 21, 2009 to
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