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Mark Larson

Mark Larson

Known for his sharp, objective reporting, Larson delves into complex issues with a focus on their impact on everyday citizens. His work is consistently well-researched and offer a balanced perspective, making him a trusted voice for readers.

The Resurgence of Preventable Illness: Policy Shifts and the Growing Threat of Infectious Diseases in the United States

The Resurgence of Preventable Illness: Policy Shifts and the Growing Threat of Infectious Diseases in the United States

The United States' decision to formally withdraw from the World Health Organization (WHO) in late January 2026 represents a pivotal and concerning juncture for both domestic and global public health. This move, initiated during the previous administration and finalized after a year of escalating signals, has been accompanied by

The Unraveling of Public Health: How Policy Shifts Exacerbate Preventable Diseases

The Unraveling of Public Health: How Policy Shifts Exacerbate Preventable Diseases

The United States’ formal departure from the World Health Organization (WHO) in late January 2026 marks a significant and concerning juncture for global and domestic public health. This decision, initiated by the previous administration and finalized after a year of intent signaling, has been accompanied by a notable redirection of

New Immunotherapy Targets Immune Shield Around Tumors, Boosting Cancer Cell Elimination

New Immunotherapy Targets Immune Shield Around Tumors, Boosting Cancer Cell Elimination

For decades, the field of oncology has witnessed remarkable advancements with the advent of cancer immunotherapy. This transformative approach harnesses the body’s own immune system to identify and eliminate cancerous cells. Strategies such as immune checkpoint inhibitors and engineered immune cells, particularly CAR-T cell therapies in blood cancers, have

Cancer Cells May Offer Protection Against Alzheimer's: A Molecular Mystery Unraveled in Mice

Cancer Cells May Offer Protection Against Alzheimer's: A Molecular Mystery Unraveled in Mice

For decades, a curious observation has lingered in the medical community: cancer and Alzheimer’s disease are rarely found together in the same individual. This seemingly paradoxical relationship has fueled speculation that a history of cancer might somehow offer a degree of protection against the debilitating neurodegenerative condition. Now, a

The Body's Own Immune Response May Be the Key to Understanding Severe COVID-19

The Body's Own Immune Response May Be the Key to Understanding Severe COVID-19

Recent scientific inquiry has unveiled a novel mechanism by which the body's defenses against SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for COVID-19, can inadvertently contribute to the severity of the illness. Following the virus's elimination by immune system components, residual fragments of the viral spike protein can act

Wildfires Might Be Culprits in Thousands of Strokes a Year

Wildfires Might Be Culprits in Thousands of Strokes a Year

A recent study published in European Heart Journal has shed new light on how air pollution from wildfires can contribute to serious health issues, including strokes. The research highlights the harmful effects of particulate matter smaller than 2.5 micrometers in diameter (PM2.5), particularly when inhaled during wildfires. This

Is California’s Solar Farm Project a 'Goldmine' or a 'Bad Investment'?

Is California’s Solar Farm Project a 'Goldmine' or a 'Bad Investment'?

One of the largest solar panel installations in the world is set to hit the Central Valley of California, raising eyebrows among locals and environmentalists alike. The proposed project plans to cover 136,000 acres of farmland in Fresno and Kings counties—four times the size of San Francisco—and