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Genetics-based universal vaccine could be effective against any viral strain
Instead of teaching the immune system to create antibodies to fight off a specific virus, the new vaccine would instead teach the body to create small signaling RNA proteins that…
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Controlling blood pressure could prevent uterine fibroids
Middle-aged women tracked for up to 17 years in a new study were 37% less likely to develop uterine fibroids if they treated their high blood pressure with medication. Photo by…
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AI may help radiologists boost efficiency, minimize errors
The study shows that AI can improve patient care by enhancing the accuracy of radiology reports and the speed with which the reports can be returned, Gertz said. Photo by Adobe…
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White House announces global partnership to prevent future pandemics
As part of the initiative, the United States will offer support and expertise to nations, largely in Africa and Asia, aimed at boosting the preparedness, detection and response to…
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Industry group: Improve safety guidelines for melatonin gummies
Companies have 18 to 24 months to voluntarily add child-deterrent packaging and improve warning language on the labels of over-the-counter melatonin products, the Council for…
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Rapid immune response of cells inside nose leads to milder cases of COVID-19 in kids
Cells lining the inside of the nose are more likely to have a prompt immune response to COVID-19 in young people than in old people, laboratory results show. Photo by Adobe…
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CDC investigating nearly 20 cases of people falling ill from counterfeit Botox
Nine people who received counterfeit Botox were hospitalized across the country, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Monday. Photo courtesy of U.S. Centers for…
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Exercise may benefit heart by calming the brain, study shows
A new study study found that exercise brought the greatest heart benefits to people with histories of depression. Photo courtesy of the Center of Disease Control You…
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Pets pass antibiotic-resistant ‘superbugs’ to humans
Cases of these "superbugs" being passed between sick dogs and cats and their healthy owners have been identified in the U.K. and Portugal, according to new research. Photo by Adobe…
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A third of women with migraines report onset during menstruation
Migraines occurred frequently during menstrual periods -- an average of 8.4 headache days per month -- and they were often severe, with just over 56% of women ranking their severity…
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