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Disease and Medical Conditions

The Black Panther star died at his home in Los Angeles, according to a representative.
“We thought this was only a respiratory virus. Turns out, it goes after the pancreas. It goes after the heart. It goes after the liver, the brain, the kidney and other organs.
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Health authorities say “people should not feel that they have to wait” given the coronavirus climate.
"This is Rare Disease Week and I learned the hard way ... that most medical folks haven't encountered them and simply won’t be able to help when issues arise."
Dr. Li Wenliang was reprimanded by police for "spreading rumours" about the deadly virus, which he contracted himself.
“We must all act together now to limit further spread,” said the WHO's director-general of the virus that has already spread to 18 countries outside China.
“You cannot absolutely prevent the spread of disease into the country."
The singer revealed his diagnosis on Instagram and said he'd be "back and better than ever."
Experts break down what’s really happening once the virus gets into your system.