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Genomic Evaluation in Sports Performance: Unlocking Athletic Potential Safely

"Genomic variants play a critical role in sports performance, influencing traits like safety, endurance, and power. With advancements in human genomics, scientists have identified hundreds of genetic variations linked to athletic abilities, shaping the characteristics of elite athletes. Genetic Contribution vs. Non-Genetic Factors in Athletic Ability Research estimates that genetics account for approximately 50% of athletic performance, while traits related to endurance and power range between 44–68% and 48–56%, respectively."

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How to prevent and treat RSV in children

RSV, or Respiratory Syncytial Virus, is a highly contagious virus that frequently spreads among preschool children, especially those who are less than 6 years old and attend kindergarten or pre-kindergarten. In Thailand, this virus becomes particularly concerning during the rainy season, which typically spans from July until November.

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Did you know? A single donor can help up to 8 other people.

Did you know? A single donor can help up to 8 other people. Organ donation is thus a way to save lives, giving other people a chance to continue their lives. Organ transplant is a surgical procedure to place an organ from a donor into the recipients so they can continue their lives and those with diseases can have a better quality of life.

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An organ donation can save someone's life

Donating an organ is giving the opportunity for a new life and the most precious gift of all

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Understanding Focal Liver Lesions: What You Need to Know

Focal liver lesions (FLLs) are abnormal areas of tissue within the liver, often discovered incidentally during imaging tests. With the increased use of imaging technologies, many people are finding liver lesions, even if they do not have symptoms.

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Pancreatic Cancer Screening: Who Needs It and When?

Pancreatic cancer, ranking as the 12th most common cancer globally, presents unique challenges in both diagnosis and treatment. Screening for pancreatic cancer is crucial, especially for those at high risk.

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Gastric Cancer Screening: Early Detection Saves Lives

Gastric cancer is a leading cause of cancer-related deaths. Even with advances in medicine, survival rates remain low, particularly when cancer is found at later stages. That is why early detection is so important—it can make a real difference.

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New American Guidelines for Helicobacter pylori Treatment

Helicobacter pylori can cause serious health issues like chronic gastritis, peptic ulcers, and even gastric cancer. Recognizing the serious health risks of H. pylori, leading gastroenterology experts have released new treatment guidelines.

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Health screening service at Bumrungrad Hospital

Bumrungrad Hospital offers a variety of health screening services to suit people of all genders and ages, from general health screening, blood pressure screening, to in-depth health screening. You can make a purchase and payment via online.

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