illness
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Sullivan has argued that medical countermeasures should be developed more broadly for pathogens capable of causing severe illness or death in humans, rather than focusing only on viruses already known to cause frequent outbreaks.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 20, 2026
“It’s the same for navigating any life transition, like an illness, a move or the loss of a loved one.”
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 18, 2026
Walker’s illness — which included seizures and frequent hospitalizations — prevented her from traveling out of state, said Molly Duane, one of the family’s attorneys.
From Salon ● Sep. 17, 2026
For physical illness, Tang says there are some well-established rules of thumb.
From BBC ● Sep. 15, 2026
I asked what illness he had, but neither of them knew.
From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo
Another major challenge is that Bundibugyo can initially resemble several far more common illnesses.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 20, 2026
In 1912 the Polish biochemist Casimir Funk proposed that illnesses such as scurvy were caused by the absence of specific chemicals in the diet, launching a race to synthesize vitamins.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 18, 2026
Decide what kind of coverage suits you: Some plans cover accidents and illnesses, while wellness coverage may help pay for routine care such as checkups, dental cleanings and vaccines.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 15, 2026
By July 16, federal officials had identified 1,644 illnesses among people who reported eating at the chain, with ingredient-level analysis strongly pointing to iceberg lettuce.
From Salon ● Sep. 13, 2026
The Englishman prodded him, and the boy asked her about the man who cured people’s illnesses.
From "The Alchemist" by Paulo Coelho
