brain damage
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Determining precisely how many babies have died or suffered severe brain damage because of a lack of vitamin K is difficult.
From Salon • May 7, 2026
Researchers uncovered a molecular pathway that links gut activity to brain damage, particularly in people with certain genetic mutations.
From Science Daily • Apr. 9, 2026
He defended crafts chain Michael’s against claims that toxic levels of carbon monoxide at one of its stores caused brain damage to an employee’s unborn daughter.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026
Baby Alissa suffered severe brain damage due to a lack of oxygen caused by the placenta coming away from the womb wall.
From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026
Artemis would not risk causing brain damage to his meal ticket, nor could he afford to reveal the Book as the source of his information.
From "Artemis Fowl" by Eoin Colfer
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