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There are now RSV vaccines approved for older adults and for pregnant people, and antibody shots (not vaccines) available for babies. What's the difference?

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A woman survived a rare infection that had previously been reported in only two other humans, both of whom died from the disease.

New drug could prevent bone loss on lengthy space missions, study in space-faring mice suggests
By Emily Cooke published
A new drug reduced bone loss in mice on the International Space Station, without causing any negative side effects.

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By Emily Cooke published
A new patch, which sticks to the inner lining of the cheek like an octopus sucker, effectively delivered two drugs in dogs and passed safety tests in humans.
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