May 22 2011
Mozambique Vaccinates to Reduce Measles Deaths
Over the next five days, the African nation will vaccinate 3.6 million children in a bid to reduce measles deaths by 98 percent.
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May 19 2011
Most Common Dog, Cat Diseases Revealed
Dental disease, weight issues and fleas were the most commonly diagnosed conditions for cats and dogs -- or at least those that got to see a vet at all.
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May 05 2011
Monkeys Born With AIDS-Blocking Gene
The gene, identified as TRIM5, appears to offer protection from the deadly virus.
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Apr 30 2011
Crude Oil Chemical Linked to Heart Defect in Babies
For the first time, scientists have shown that exposure to a compound in crude oil is associated with congenital heart disease.
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Oct 25 2010
Haiti Cholera Deaths Top 250
Cholera is primarily passed on through contaminated water or food and can spread like wildfire through Haiti's unsanitary tent cities.
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Sep 07 2010
Swallowing Diamonds Could Find What’s Ailing You
Diamonds could soon be measured not only in carats but by dose as well. Research shows nanodiamonds can be swallowed and help diagnose disease.
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Jun 25 2010
Extracted Teeth Could Stock Stem Cell Banks
Japanese researchers coax living tissue from inside extracted wisdom teeth into forming stem cells.
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Jun 02 2010
Part-Human, Part-Machine Transistor Devised
By embedding a nano-sized transistor inside a cell-like membrane, scientists link humans and machines more intimately than ever.
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May 12 2010
Personal DNA Tests Arriving in Stores Near You
For the first time, a DNA test that detects the risks of developing certain diseases will be commercially available.
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Apr 22 2010
Oregon Fungus Spreading South
A virulent, airborne fungus that infects both humans and animals is spreading towards California.
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