pathogens
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And as long as pathogens co-exist with humanity, emerging and evolving infectious diseases will continue to be a risk, creating persistent demand for new or improved vaccines.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 12, 2026
The substances immune cells release to destroy pathogens can also injure surrounding healthy tissue.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 5, 2026
If multiple bacterial pathogens are present, specialists should test all of the relevant organisms rather than focusing on just one.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 5, 2026
Samples tested found norovirus, campylobacter, shigella and "other pathogens that cause stomach cramps and diarrhoea", officials said.
From BBC ● Oct. 20, 2026
Normally, it's not an ideal way to grow crops, because it spreads disease: Human waste has pathogens in it that, you guessed it, infect humans.
From "The Martian" by Andy Weir
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