Health
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Scientists are developing artificial blood for use in emergencies
Under the radar It could aid in global blood shortages
By Devika Rao, The Week US Published
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Babies born using 3 people's DNA are without hereditary disease
Under the Radar The method could eliminate mutations for future generations
By Devika Rao, The Week US Published
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Not just a number: how aging rates vary by country
The explainer Inequality is a key factor
By Devika Rao, The Week US Published
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Scientists have identified 4 distinct autism subtypes
Under the radar They could lead to more accurate diagnosis and care
By Devika Rao, The Week US Published
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Children's health has declined in the US
The Explainer It's likely a sign of larger systemic issues
By Devika Rao, The Week US Published
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Why your body ages rapidly in two 'bursts'
Under The Radar Scientists have found that ageing increases in our mid-40s and 60s
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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'No one should be surprised by this cynical strategy'
Instant Opinion Opinion, comment and editorials of the day
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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Cytomegalovirus can cause permanent birth defects
The Explainer The virus can show no symptoms in adults
By Devika Rao, The Week US Published
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Measles cases surge to 33-year high
Speed Read The infection was declared eliminated from the US in 2000 but has seen a resurgence amid vaccine hesitancy
By Jessica Hullinger Published
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Is that the buzzing sound of climate change worsening sleep apnea?
Under the radar Catching diseases, not those ever-essential Zzs
By Devika Rao, The Week US Published
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'There are compelling arguments for and against homework'
Instant Opinion Opinion, comment and editorials of the day
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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'Trucking is a dangerous business'
Instant Opinion Opinion, comment and editorials of the day
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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5 tips for building a healthy skin care routine for tweens and teens
The Week Recommends Social media is pushing overly elaborate routines for young skin
By Theara Coleman, The Week US Published
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The new Gwada negative blood type
Under The Radar Rare discovery means a woman is the only person on the planet who's compatible solely with herself
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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