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The appendix is correlated with a longer lifespan, research finds
Far from being an unnecessary organ, the appendix could help mammals to be more resistant and reduce their risk of death from infection.
Sun Aug 08 2021
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Samsung heir Lee to return to prison after surgery
Lee was transferred to Samsung Medical Centre on March 19 to receive emergency surgery after suffering a ruptured appendix.
Thu Apr 15 2021
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Nadal quits hospital after appendix op
Despite reassuring everyone that he's fine, Nadal says he will only return to the court when he's "better".
Wed Nov 05 2014