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The World Health Organization defines health as “a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.” Health conditions, like illnesses, injuries and impairments, affect our ability to function or enjoy life.
A Deep Dive Into the Genetics of Alcohol Consumption
A research group centered at the University of California San Diego School of Medicine has drilled deep into a dataset…
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Scientists identify evolutionary gateway helping pneumonia bacteria become resistant to antibiotics
An evolutionary gateway which helps pneumonia cells become resistant to antibiotics has been discovered by scientists at the University of…
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