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The First Immortal
...sciousness]] transfer. Written by an author whose expertise in speculative fiction explores the boundaries of human innovation and ethical quandaries, the nov ...ess that transfers human consciousness into a new, genetically engineered, disease-free body. This groundbreaking achievement sets off a series of events that

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Alzheimer's disease in the media
...ow these depictions influence public perceptions and attitudes towards the disease. == Portrayal in Television and Film ==

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Zombie apocalypse
...e of human civilization. This concept has been a popular theme in [[horror fiction]], [[video games]], and [[film]]s, reflecting societal fears of pandemics, ...bie has evolved from a figure of folklore to a symbol of societal collapse in the face of unstoppable pandemics or biological hazards.

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Lisa Genova
...entific knowledge and storytelling ability has made her a prominent figure in literature and science communication. ...lice Howland, a Harvard professor who suffers from early-onset Alzheimer's disease. ''Still Alice'' received widespread acclaim for its insightful and empathe

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List of fictional diseases
...icle provides an overview of various fictional diseases that have appeared in different forms of media, including [[books]], [[films]], [[television seri ...uding [[science fiction]], [[fantasy]], [[horror]], and [[post-apocalyptic fiction]].

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Elizabeth Robertson
...ame Elizabeth Robertson, highlighting their contributions and significance in their respective domains. ...s of her work may vary, scientists named Elizabeth Robertson often publish in peer-reviewed journals and contribute to the scientific community through t

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Don't Eat This Book
...television personality, [[Morgan Spurlock]]. The book was first published in 2005 by [[Penguin Group]], and it serves as a companion piece to Spurlock's ...tritional content of fast food, and the health consequences of a diet high in fast food.

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Empire of Ivory
...ish aerial corps and their dragons. The book blends elements of historical fiction, fantasy, and alternate history, and is set during the Napoleonic Wars. ...dragons to lose their ability to fly and eventually leads to their death. In a desperate bid to find a cure, Laurence, Temeraire, and a group of dragons

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The Bladerunner
...nuclear war, pollution, and environmental collapse, leading to widespread disease and genetic mutation. The story follows Billy Gimp, a man with a prosthetic The narrative of ''The Blade Runner'' unfolds in a post-apocalyptic Earth, where the protagonist, Billy Gimp, navigates thro

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Human genetic enhancement
...e breeding. However, the modern field of human genetic enhancement emerged in the late 20th century with the advent of [[recombinant DNA]] technology. ...ioning improperly, or introducing a new gene into the body to help fight a disease.

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SARS Wars
...cted individuals into [[zombies]], leading to a chaotic and comedic crisis in the city. The story of ''SARS Wars'' unfolds in Bangkok, where a new and deadly strain of the SARS virus, known as Type 4,

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Six Months in Sudan
...althcare in an area ravaged by war, and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity. ...anitarian work, and the personal toll it takes on those who choose to work in such challenging environments.

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Céline Gounder
...cialist and [[epidemiology|epidemiologist]] who is known for her expertise in emerging infectious diseases and public health policy. She is a clinical as ...fellowship at the University of Washington. She also has a master’s degree in public health from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.

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Video games about viral outbreaks
...ecting societal fears and fascination with pandemics and the challenges of disease management. In video games about viral outbreaks, players are usually cast in roles ranging from survivors trying to escape the affected areas, to scient

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Diseases from Space
...sing agents originating from outer space and potentially causing illnesses in humans or other Earth-based life forms. This idea intersects various fields ...[asteroids]], [[comets]], [[planetoids]], or potentially by [[spacecraft]] in the form of unintended contamination. Proponents of the diseases from space

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Physician writer
...side of their medical practices, often in the genres of [[fiction]], [[non-fiction]], [[poetry]], or [[journalism]]. Physician writers blend their professiona ...ws them to navigate the intricacies of life and death, health and disease, in a way that is accessible and poignant for both medical and lay audiences.

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Viral outbreaks in comics
'''Viral Outbreaks in Comics''' ...human abilities. This article delves into the portrayal of viral outbreaks in comics, highlighting notable examples and their impact on storytelling with

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Dan Duchaine
...en referred to as the "Steroid Guru" and is recognized for his involvement in the [[bodybuilding]] community. ...was born in 1952 in [[Maine]], [[United States]]. He developed an interest in [[weightlifting]] at a young age, which eventually led him to bodybuilding.

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Royal Army Medical Corps
...ervices from primary care to hospital treatment, including specialist care in areas such as psychiatry, infectious diseases, and surgery. ...n was part of a broader military medical reform following the shortcomings in medical support highlighted during the [[Crimean War]] and further emphasiz

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Carl Tanzler
...lagro de Hoyos]], whom he attempted to revive and preserve after her death in 1931. Tanzler's actions, straddling the line between devotion and desecrati ...ut his early life, but he emigrated to the United States in 1926, settling in Zephyrhills, Florida, where he had family. He later moved to Key West and b

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