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Scurvy Is Making a Surprising Comeback

Mercola

The resurgence of scurvy has significant implications, as it’s more than just an isolated health concern — it highlights the ongoing struggles with nutrition and economic disparities. Without timely diagnosis, scurvy will lead to severe health complications and higher medical costs. per 100,000 between 2016 and 2020.

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Hepatitis C

Gideon

The majority of deaths are caused by liver cancer or cirrhosis brought on by the infection, with an estimated 399,000 fatal cases in 2016. Chronic hepatitis C often does not cause any symptoms for many years, but can eventually lead to serious health problems, including liver damage, cirrhosis, and liver cancer. How Does it Spread?