illnesses

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Three of her four siblings died young from accidents or illnesses, and her mother died before Duncan turned 4.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

In rare circumstances, Salmonella can result in severe illnesses such as arterial infections, endocarditis and arthritis.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

My partner recently had the same series of illnesses and we rushed to the hospital in an ambulance; a few hours difference and his outcome might have been as dire.

From MarketWatch • May 27, 2026

Cancer is one of the leading causes of disease and death in cats, yet scientists have historically known very little about the genetic changes driving these illnesses.

From Science Daily • May 24, 2026

"He'll fill you with self-doubt, fear, and paranoia, and even inspire betrayal. The mind suffers illnesses, too."

From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda