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Germs and Hygiene
Explore where germs are found, how they can affect us, and how basic hygiene can help us avoid becoming unwell. Biology - Healthy Living - Learning Points. Pathogens are microbes that cause disease. Good hygiene is the best way to limit...
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Sexually Transmitted Infections
The number of infections spread through sexual contact is increasing globally. Why is this? What are STIs? And why do some people not know when they've caught one? Biology - Healthy Living - Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) are...
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Antibiotics
Discover why antibiotics have become one of the most frequently used medicines. And why their efficiency is threatened by the emergence of superbugs. Biology - Healthy Living - Sir Alexander Fleming discovered the first antibiotic for...
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The Beauty Formula
While it might seem that beauty is in the eye of the beholder, two universal factors transcend cultures. Discover how symmetry and proportion relate to our perception of attractiveness. Maths - Measurement A Twig Math Film. Reinforce and...
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Plants and Medicine: Aspirin
Aspirin is our most common painkiller. It has an amazing history, which can be traced back thousands of years to the Egyptians. Where does it come from and what makes it so special? Biology - Plants - Learning Points. Aspirin originates...
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Cilia
Tiny, hair-like projections from the surface of a cell that wave in unison to cause movement. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual definitions. Twig...
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The common cold
Everybody catches a cold at some point in life ... but how do they get infected? Life processes - Humans and other animals - Reducing the spread of disease Learning Points Colds are caused by viruses that spread from person to person....
Let's Tute
Is Alaskapox Virus the Next COVID 19 Pandemic
Recently, the world faced a massive pandemic, and now we're confronted with another emerging threat: Alaskapox, a virus from the same family as smallpox and cowpox. In today’s short video, we’ll take a closer look at this virus,...
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Effective Home Remedies for Digestive Issues: From Bananas to Cola
Uncover the science behind common home remedies for digestive discomforts like diarrhea and indigestion. This video explains how bananas, rice, and even cola can help manage symptoms effectively. Featuring expert insights and...
Healthcare Triage
Covid Vaccine for Kids is Safe and Effective
The day has finally come: We have covid vaccines for kids under five. There are lots of questions and a few concerns. Let’s address them!
Healthcare Triage
What Makes Covid Omicron Variants More Contagious?
The Omicron variant of Covid-19 emerged a little while ago, and its latest variants are particularly contagious. It is currently the dominant strain of Covid 19 in the US. Why is it more contagious and what are we doing about it?
Healthcare Triage
Ten Years Later: The HPV Vaccine is Still Incredible & Lifesaving
We love some good vaccine data, and we were pretty excited to see a new, long-term study published this month on cervical cancer outcomes after the HPV vaccine.
JJ Medicine
Overview of Ebola
Overview of Ebola: Hemorrhagic fever, causes, pathophysiology, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment. Ebola is a disease caused by infection with the ebolavirus, which causes a significant hemorrhagic fever. In this lesson, we discuss some of...
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Why Is Everyone I Know Getting Sick?
Masks and social distancing made the common cold nearly disappear, but now these viruses are back with a vengeance. RSV is filling up emergency rooms, and flu season is off to a roaring start, too. It’s the worst season of respiratory...
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When Antibiotics Fail, What's Next?
Antibiotic overuse and misuse is driving resistance in bacteria. Without new therapeutic tools, we could by 2050 see 10 million deaths annually from “superbug” infections. Co-hosts Alok and Sheena explore how phage therapy and other...
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Why Don't We Have an HIV Vaccine?
After 40 years of trying, why don’t we have an HIV vaccine? Did you know that even without a vaccine, we have antiviral medication that is 99 percent effective at preventing HIV? So why isn’t that good enough? The U.S. and the world have...
Great Big Story
The Disease Detectives Stop Outbreaks at Their Source
Join the elite Epidemic Intelligence Service as they combat outbreaks and prevent the spread of deadly diseases. Follow their expeditions and life-saving efforts.
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Medical Marvels: Maggots as Healing Agents for Diabetic Wounds
Doctors at Bangkok's Kasimrat Hospital are using imported maggots from Germany to treat severe wounds in diabetes patients. Research has shown that maggots are effective at eating away dead tissue and killing bacteria, promoting faster...
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The Ambush at Lake Trasimene: Hannibal's Bold Strategy Unfolds
This video describes the strategic maneuvers and intense battle between Hannibal and the Roman forces, culminating in the devastating ambush at Lake Trasimene. Hannibal's audacious tactics and skilled coordination of his troops lead to...
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The Importance of GBS Screening for Pregnant Women: Nathan's Story
Learn about the importance of Group B streptococcus (GBS) testing during pregnancy to protect newborns like Nathan from potential life-threatening complications. Although GBS is rare, it can lead to serious conditions in infants if...
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Understanding Colds and Flu: Prevention and Treatment
This video explains the difference between a cold and the flu, highlighting the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle to boost the immune system and prevent illnesses. While there is no cure for the common cold due to the...
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New Generation Hepatitis Therapy: PEG Interferon A2 (Pegasus) Shows Superior Efficacy in Treating Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B is a widespread liver infection affecting billions of people worldwide. However, a new generation therapy called Pegasus, developed by Roche, has shown superior efficacy compared to conventional interferon. Pegasus provides...
Institute of Human Anatomy
Why Antibiotics Don't Work Like They Used To
In this video, Jonathan from The Institute of Human Anatomy delves into the world of antibiotics and their impact on the human body. He explains what they are, explores their benefits, allergies, and discusses the potential risks that...
Institute of Human Anatomy
What Syphilis Does to the Body | And Should You Get Tested?
In this video, Jonathan from the Institute of Human Anatomy discusses what causes syphilis, the problems it causes throughout the body, how it is treated, as well as who should consider getting tested.