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Say goodbye to lengthy blood work. A new lab called Theranos says its method is faster, more accurate and much less painful
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New research shows that the instruments could be a vector for bacterial infections—a concern, as they're infrequently sterilized
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New fMRI research shows that dogs' brains are specially equipped to process human voices, and respond differently based on our emotions
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Research tells us that isolation is an ineffective rehabilitation strategy and leaves lasting psychological damage
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Cortisol, a natural hormone, has been found to rise during times of market volatility and make people more risk-averse
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Science tells us that taking most vitamins is worthless—but a few buck the trend
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Anna Dumitriu combines bacteria and textile design to explore our relationship with microorganisms
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THC appears to increase our sensitivity to scents and flavors by using naturally occurring neural networks to convince the brain that it's starving
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Brit Hugh Turvey adds his artistic touch to x-rays of suitcases, old shirts and a host of other subjects
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Water is all you need to replenish after a workout
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The BBC/Masterpiece sleuth employs a memory technique invented by the ancient Greeks
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Science shows that the cold weather will make it harder for players to grip the ball, avoid slipping and hear each other over the roar of the crowd
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The Black Death and the Justinian Plague arose separately from the same pathogen. Could a new strain emerge in the future?
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Patient H.M.'s brain has been sliced and digitized, leading to new insights for scientists
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It's not a diet pill, but researchers have developed an edible substance that makes you feel fuller longer
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The drug has allowed mice to replace old anxiety-filled memories with new, harmless ones
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A controversial technique to develop body parts from stem cells may someday save countless lives, but will society allow it?
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A new study finds that the mental benefits of greenery are immediate and long-lasting
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They’re good for you and the environment, but are they good enough to eat?
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The extremely rare disease causes no problems—apart from occasional difficulties with the authorities
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