First, it’s important to know that fish are covered in a thin layer of mucus. This slimy coating (it is also called a “slime coat”) is known to keep fish healthy by warding off pathogens.

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Earth will gain a new robotic companion this week. NASA's latest space telescope, SPHEREx — short for Spectro-Photometer for the History of the Universe, Epoch of Reionization and Ices Explorer ...

In addition to bronchospasm and inflammation, mucus production can play a role in asthma. The lungs produce thick mucus, which clogs the narrowed airways and makes breathing more difficult.

New Curtin University research has revealed how massive ancient glaciers acted like giant bulldozers, reshaping Earth's surface and paving the way for complex life to flourish. The Walker ...

People with CHF often notice their cough gets worse when lying down. The cough may also bring up white or pink-tinged mucus, which could indicate small amounts of blood in the fluid. This ...

Discovery images of 2024 YR4.