With diary cows getting bird flu, researchers are trying to figure out what mutations could make the virus a threat to humans. Charlie Neibergall/AP hide caption toggle caption Charlie Neibergall/AP …
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A worker separates bags of donated blood at a campaign organized by the Rotary Blood Bank in New Delhi, India. Money Sharma/AFP via Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Money …
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The anti-diet movement urges people to reject restrictive diets and embrace self love and acceptance around weight. An investigation by The Washington Post and Examination found that large food companies …
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Artificial wombs could someday help save babies born prematurely
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesScientists are developing artificial wombs to rescue babies who would die or end up severely disabled because they are born very prematurely. The research is generating excitement, but also concerns.
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Consumer Reports asks USDA to pull Lunchables from school lunch menus : NPR
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesIn this photo illustration, a pack of Lunchables is displayed on Wednesday in San Anselmo, Calif. Consumer Reports is asking for the Department of Agriculture to eliminate Lunchables food kits …
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While not an official holiday, National Siblings Day on April 10 has gained momentum on social media in recent years. Diana Haronis/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Diana Haronis/Getty Images …
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The many roadblocks that keep women from getting mammograms : NPR
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesIn addition to cost and access, there are other factors of daily life that keep many women from getting screened for breast cancer, research from the Centers for Disease Control …
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Chemical plants must limit the emissions of 2 toxic pollutants, EPA rules
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesA new EPA rule will force hundreds of chemical plants to limit emissions of two carcinogenic pollutants, ethylene oxide and chloroprene. The rule will affect factories in Texas and Louisiana.
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What women can do — and should do — to protect their health : NPR
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesNPR’s Michel Martin talks about how women can get the health care they need with Dr. Sharon Malone, author of the new book, Grown Woman Talk: Your Guide to Getting …
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Vaping is still cool in college and beyond for young adults : Shots
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesMany young people who started vaping nicotine as teens several years ago haven’t quit the habit, data show. Daisy-Daisy/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Daisy-Daisy/Getty Images Many young people who …