Virus that 'makes humans more stupid' discovered

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A virus that infects human brains and makes us more stupid has been discovered, according to scientists in the US.

The algae virus, never before observed in healthy people, was found to affect cognitive functions including visual processing and spatial awareness.

Scientists at Johns Hopkins Medical School and the University of Nebraska stumbled upon the discovery when they were undertaking an unrelated study into throat microbes.

Surprisingly, the researchers found DNA in the throats of healthy individuals that matched the DNA of a virus known to infect green algae.

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http://www.independent.co.uk/news/science/virus-that-makes-humans-more-stupid-discovered-9849920.html

Now we know why people vote Republican….

[marmar]

1. Also known as the Fox News Virus

[gordianot]

2. I am envious you got it first!

[MoonRiver]

3. "Now we know why people vote Republican."

I knew there had to be an explanation!

[raccoon]

4. I was sure this was going to be the Onion! nt

[Initech]

5. I thought this was called Fox News?

[3catwoman3]

6. Well, the effects of...

...Faux Snooze are certainly toxic, dangerous, and potentially deadly.