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New device predicts success of liver transplant
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Teen bullying doubles adult depression reports new study
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UCLA researchers develop method for early Alzheimer’s diagnosis
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Prenatal PAH exposure contributes to cognitive and behavioral disturbances
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Folic acid (B9) helps reduce strokes in Chinese study
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Skipping breakfast can trigger dangerous blood sugar spikes in diabetics
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Many cancer survivors have unaddressed cancer-related needs
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Eye-tracking technology can detect and measure brain injury severity
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Dan Walker has announced he is quitting Football Focus after 12 years presenting show.
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Yaphet Kotto, Jewish actor who was first Black Bond villain, dies aged 81
Actor Yaphet Kotto, who is best known for his role in Alien and James Bond villain Mr. Big, has passed away at age 81.
“I’m...
Corinne Masiero: French actress strips for culture during Cesar Awards ceremony
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