Iridology Study

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Iridology, despite its proponents, lacks scientific evidence to support its claims of diagnosing health conditions through iris analysis. elaborate share

Urology

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The word "urology" comes from the Greek words "ouron" (urine) and "logos" (study). elaborate share

Merck & Co. (known as MSD outside the US and Canada) developed the first commercially successful measles vaccine. elaborate share

Medical device technology

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The first implantable pacemaker, implanted in 1958, was powered by a battery the size of a flashlight. elaborate share

Oncology

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Oncology is a branch of medicine that deals with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer. It's a surprisingly broad field, encompassing many subspecialties focusing on specific cancer types or treatment modalities. elaborate share

Longevity Research

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Some longevity research focuses on studying populations with exceptionally high numbers of centenarians (people who live to 100 or older) to identify genetic and lifestyle factors contributing to their extended lifespans. elaborate share