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A rare and exotic botanical plant that grows only in Thailand is the Parrot Flower. Only a few people have ever seen this flower and prohibited from being sold outside the country.
Injection-site sarcoma is only officially recognized in cats, and is considered "extremely rare" (to the point of impossible, according to some veterinarians) in dogs. Extremely rare doesn't mean that it can't happen to your dog, though--just ask Duke.
When one speaks of rare earth magnets, they are talking about a powerful type of magnet that is composed of rare earth elements.
This is about the Rare Liberty Seated Silver Dollars and the scarcity of the mintage and the mystery that surrounds some of the minted coins.
Coin collectors make a living off of coin collecting and so can you! Here are some tips for you to find rare coins!
Not being permitted to order a rare steak at a local restaurant got me to asking the question, "Are we overly concerned with foodborne illness"? Will contact with bacteria always get us sick? How can we still enjoy a rare steak?
A very rare and strong mushroom is the Reishi mushroom. There are only a handful of them around due to the circumstances which they grow in.
Rare, delicacy and delicious are common words that would describe one of the most popular and famous mushrooms of all time - the truffle. Truffles are among some of the most expensive foods in the world.
Pregnancy can be a wonderful time in life. Sometimes there are complications in pregnancies, however. And on rare occasion women suffer from maternal mirror syndrome.
Part of the problem with rare diseases is that the general practice doctor does not know them. This make difficult to diagnose a rare disease and are often misdiagnosed.
A rare dog breed that was created in the early 1900s, for dog sledding.
The world of Webkinz is a fun, exciting, and safe place for kids to play online. But did you know that there are many rare and exclusive Webkinz items to be found? This guide will teach you how to get some of the rarest and coolest items.
Property owners in Scone, Ontario, Canada are fighting with the Ministry of Natural Resources over protecting a rare beetle.
Find out about Landau-Kleffner Syndrome, a rare childhood language disorder.
Compartment syndrome is also known as "CS". It is considered a rare disease and affects less than two hundred thousand people in the United States.
This article takes a look at the rare gemstone from Russia called charoite.
This condition is rare and there is no specific cure or treatment.
For individuals who live with rare forms of cancer, such as that of lymphadenopathy, it is important to find or create support networks.
According to the Mayo Clinic, diagnosing of the rare blood disease, Primary Central Nervous System Vasculitis, requires the combined effort of two distinct diagnostic techniques.
Offering an overview of the rare thyroid gland infection that is associated with a strep infection, known as suppurative thyroiditis.
Reye's syndrome is a rare but serious condition linked to children who have been given aspirin.
If you live in Ireland or plan to visit in November, and LOVE art, now's your chance to attend this rare opportunity!
This article shares information on the rare gemstone ammolite.
An overview of Alpers' disease, a rare disorder of the central nervous system that is eventually fatal.
A list of some rare Marvel comic books.
Our dog was diagnosed with Canine Drop Jaw, a rare neurological disorder in animals. One veterinarian thought it was a canine stroke.
A rare discovery in Mississippi should have been a source of joy and celebrations. Instead, the event turned the world of casino chip collecting on end, as a treasure trove of defunct Playboy Casino Gaming Chips turned into a cash grab that sent prices plummeting.
Here is a staycation opportunity to see the touring exhibition from Rome. Vatican Splendors is coming to St. Paul, Minnesota this September.
The Iriomote cat is a rare Japanese exotic cat which originated from Japan. Their name derives from the fact that they come from a place known as Iriomotejima in Japan.
The Bornean Bay Cat is an extremely rare species of exotic cat. They are so rare that there are actually very little photographs of this cat that exist.
One-in-a-million is the way the birth of rare twins is being described in News.com.au. The reason for the implied exclamation point is that the twins have different skin colors; one twin is white and the other twin is black.
The Yonaguni is a rare breed of Pony which originated from Japan; there are not many of their species still found and around nowadays although there has been a lot of effort in preserving the population.
Pick Disease is a rare form of Dementia. It is a condition that affects the brain. It is a progressive disease that impairs the brain's mental abilities.
a rare type of anemia which makes it almost impossible for a person's body to produce red blood cells which are needed for oxygen
an extremely rare disease that only affects people of a certain tribe in New Guinea..
Friedreich Ataxia is a rare disease that renders people completely helpless in its later stages.
This article shares information about the rare hemiplegic migraine.
Ratites generally cannot fly at all; however, the Tinamou is one of the rare Ratites which can actually fly a few yards or glide in quick speed to escape from their predators.
Neuroblastoma is a rare cancer of the sympathetic nervous system, a nerve network that carries messages from the brain throughout the body.
Often the most valuable and most cherished pieces of china are those that have been passed on through a family for generations. Finding replacements for broken or lost pieces can be difficult. Article tells how to make replacement easy.
Sapphire is Semptember's birthstone. There are black sapphires but they are rare.
Japanese Role-Playing Games are often considered the hardest games to find out there. The games in the genre are rare because they cater to such a niche market. Prices can often rise to several hundred dollars. So which rare RPG is worth every penny?
For individuals who acquire TB, there is a risk for developing a rare form of infection known as genital tuberculosis or endometrial tuberculosis
The Aldabra is one of the largest rare tortoises in the world which originated from Aldabra Atoll - where their name came from.
Some people believe that eating rare steak is unsafe. However, a study suggests otherwise...
Collect meteorite sample using rare earth magnets with up to 350 pounds of magnetic pull.
Which Marvel comic books stick out as not only memorable but would be a prized addition to any comic book collection? Read on for eight Marvel comic books that are not only rare, but would be seen as an ultimate prize for any serious collector!
Sanfilippo syndrome is a rare condition that causes mental retardation over a period of time as well as behavioral problems and slight birth defects as well.
A first-grade student at Escalante Elementary School in Salt Lake City has contracted a rare form of meningitis, resulting in over 200 students receiving oral antibiotics on Monday.
Retinoblastoma is a very rare eye cancer that is deadly if not caught early.
The rare incidence of snowfall in Tucson in the evening of January 21, 2007.
The rare Nokota horse originated in North Dakota and has been the honorary state equine since 1988. It was recognized as a registered breed in 1991.
A study funded by the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) and other institutions indicates that the risk of autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) may be increased by very small, rare gene mutations.
Lichen planus, an itchy, bumpy rash, can appear anywhere on the body, but is most often found on the inside or tender part of the wrists and ankles. In more rare instances, it will appear on the tongue, on the gums, in the hair and on the fingernails.
Although extremely rare, there have been reports of very serious side effects, as a result of the administration of the DTaP vaccine.
Fetus in Fetu is a rare malformation of twin pregnancy where a parasitic twin installs and grows in the body of its living host partner. Only 88 cases have been reported in medical literature.
Each year a rare disease that is not all that rare ends the lives of thousands of America old adults and young children. Leukemia is an equal opportunity disease.
My daughter Noel was born with a rare neuro-genetic disorder called Angelman Syndrome. The most common question I am asked is “What is Angelman Syndrome?” This article is an attempt to give others a general overview of the disorder.
Acromegaly is a rare disease caused by over production of the growth hormone. This article cites the myriad debilitating changes sustained in the body; causes of the disorder, signs and symptoms of the disease and treatment options.
Microcephaly, a rare children's disease, causes the child to be born with a small head and often, mental retardation.
You have just found out you have a rare Disease. Other than moral support from friends and family members where will you go to find information as well as get direction? Below is a list of support groups that might assist you.
Coloboma gives the person affected the appearance of having 'cat eyes.' It is a rare birth defect that may indicate other underlying more serious problems.
Children are at a great risk for acquiring a rare infection known as histoplasmosis, especially when playing in the outdoors of very humid climates.
Apert's Syndrome is a relatively rare craniofacial condition affecting approximately 160,000 live births. It is thought to be an inherited condition with a 50% frequency in the child of an affected adult.
Often misdiagnosed, this is an overview of the symptoms and treatment for spasmodic dysphonia, a neurological vocal disorder, rare to the teenage population.
A teratoma is a type of rare congenital tumor. It is seen predominantly in girls with a ratio of four females to one male. It is the most common tumor of the newborn with an incidence of 1 in 40,000 live births.
This is an overview of the rare disorder involving decreased lower extremity reflexes and hyperdilation of the pupils, known as Adie Syndrome.
A man on two transatlantic flights has been diagnosed with a rare, drug resistant strain of tuberculosis. The CDC has placed the man under quarantine in Atlanta, Georgia.
This band knew exactly what the words Rare Blend meant for them before their adventure started
That line between "bad habit" and "mental condition" may be blurring now thanks to some new lines of thinking behind the causes of Trichotillomania...
Fatal Familial Insomnia is a very rare disease of the brain. It is a disease where you can't sleep... for life! That would be crazy huh?
A trip by train is a unique experience, one which is becoming increasingly rare, as Amtrak continues to fight for its existence. I had the chance to take a special trip by train as a resounding finale to a wonderful trip.
The Miami Police Department have made 11 year-old Abraham Sabahi an honorary police officer and issued him a badge after learning he has a rare disease that affects 1 in 100,000 people.
The Benitoite gem is gem is one of the ten most rare gems in the world, and it is found only in the United States in the county of San Benito, California.
A classic rare and seldom see vehicle, something very nostalgic, and very uncommon, then this Ford is for you. The 1965 Ford Econoline pickup is a real treat.
Description of the story of Andrew Speaker, who left on a European honeymoon knowing he had tuberculosis, possibly getting hundreds on airplanes sick.
According to this study patients with this rare immune system disorder (Job´s syndrome) had multiple mutations..........
Aarskog syndrome is very rare and it is a genetic disorder. Aarskog syndrome is recognized by the growth of a child being stunted.
What can get to be 10 feet tall, 3-4 feet wide, smells like a rotting body, and took 13 years to appear? It would be the rare titan arum plant at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo!
This article shares information on the various types of sapphire, including the most rare an highly prized padparadscha.
A captain and his passengers were on a boat in Louisiana. While they were going through a lake there, they spotted a rare pink dolphin and captured several photos.
Favism is a rare disease that reacts in the "Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency". Mainly males have a reaction, they contain the x-link pattern - females are affected also. Although the risk is small, it is very dangerous to serve to children.
It's almost a scene out of a Disney movie, but pink dolphins do exist, though they are hardly ever seen in North American rivers.
The Disney Treasures series has catered to the true Disney collector who were interested in more obscure material only known previously through essays and urban legends.
An article detailing some key things that make a comic book rare to help you figure out which of those old comic books in your attic might be worth some good cash.
Wild and Woolly Video is the only Louisville video rental store to find the cult classics or rare films that you can't find elsewhere.
There are some breeds that are very common, but the Korat is a very rare cat.
Rare Minerals is the new line in night skin treatment from Bare Escentuals.
These error coins can make you a lot of money
People are heavily judged by their appearance. It is hard for people to look at someone and not draw conclusions about them. Imagine now that a person is missing large portions of their face.
Some of these animals like the Asian lions are at risk from TB and viruses carried by dogs.
The disease occurs most often in the late winter and early spring. The condition is not at all contagious
I suspect that I'm not far off when I say that all young children love to collect things. Whether it's baseball cards, dolls, action figures, sea shells or rocks, it seems that collecting is inbred.
XDR-TB confirmed in man who recently flew on two trans Atlantic flights. Crew members and some passengers may have been exposed.
A disease we don't hear about to often is Addison's disease. The body is an amazing creation that works like a well oiled machine
Cedar Hills Rotary Park is home to disc golf. It is also a wonderful park for basketball, tennis, children's playground activities and viewing birds.