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Scientists breed most human-like mice yet
By Emily Cooke published
Scientists have bred mice that are just like us — at least in terms of their immune systems.
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Save $80 on the best electric toothbrush and water flosser set
By Lloyd Coombes published
Deal Better than Amazon: Save 40% at Walmart ahead of Prime Day on this Waterpik Complete Care 9.0 Sonic Electric Toothbrush set.
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Astronauts could ditch diapers on spacewalks thanks to new device that let's them drink their pee
By Emily Cooke published
A new device may someday soon allow astronauts to drink purified water made from their filtered pee during spacewalks.
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Experimental menstrual product turns blood to jelly
By Victoria Atkinson published
Scientists are working to develop a new filler for period products that they say could help prevent leaks.
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Scientists uncover new hormone in unusual discovery
By Nicoletta Lanese published
A newly identified hormone dramatically strengthens bones in lab studies and could eventually lead to new treatments for fractures and osteoporosis.
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Save a huge 40% on one of the best air purifiers
By Anna Gora published
Deals Get a massive 40% off the HoMedics TotalClean Deluxe 5-in-1 air purifier at Walmart.
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Bubonic plague strikes person in Colorado
By Emily Cooke published
Colorado health officials have confirmed a human case of bubonic plague in the state.
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'I've never seen anything like this': Scientists hijack cancer genes to turn tumors against themselves
By Kristel Tjandra published
Scientists overcame cancer drug resistance in a new proof-of-concept study.
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