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Obesity-Related Cancers Are Rising in Young and Old

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Medication Use Associated with Gut Microbiome Changes Years Later

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An Overlooked Protein May Advance Artificial Blood Production

Andrea Lius, PhD | | 3 min read

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Why Smoking Surprisingly Soothes Ulcerative Colitis Symptoms

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Biofilm Bacteria May Fuel Heart Attacks

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A Skin-Stretch Approach Can Deliver Needle-Free Vaccines

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