inflammation
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Inflammation in the lungs has been shown to wake up dormant cancerous cells, which then develop into deadly tumours.
From BBC • Feb. 6, 2026
Inflammation decreased, cellular function improved, and no harmful effects appeared.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 8, 2025
Inflammation is linked to many chronic diseases, including heart disease and diabetes.
From Salon • Nov. 26, 2024
Inflammation accounted for 13% of the mortality benefit enjoyed by those with high adherence to the Mediterranean diet.
From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2024
This Inflammation of the Finger determines, either in Suppuration, or in a Gangrene.
From Advice to the people in general, with regard to their health by Tissot, S. A. D. (Samuel Auguste David)
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