African American people who identify more strongly with their racial identity are generally happier, according…
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Speedy generic approval may not benefit consumers as much as expected, mathematical model shows
Faster approval times for generic drugs will get them into consumers’ hands quicker, but may…
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Boron neutron capture therapy is effective in advanced head and neck cancer, study suggests
The years of work done on developing and clinically testing of BNCT — or Boron…
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Large forest animals contribute to plant diversity
Over several decades, the growth in deer, roe deer and wild boar populations has spread…
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Life-saving blood test for fungal meningitis, a leading cause of AIDS-related deaths in developing countries
A new, rapid blood test that could lead to early diagnosis and potentially save the…
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Not getting enough sleep? Turn off the technology (Reuters)
Reuters – Dependence on televisions, cellphones and laptops may be costing Americans dearly — in…
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China state newspaper’s web portal eyes June IPO (Reuters)
Reuters – People.com.cn, the online news portal run by the mouthpiece of the Chinese communist…
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Sun is shining on Asian tourism trade (AFP)
AFP – The sun is shining on the tourism trade in Asia-Pacific with double-digit growth…
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Strangers give real-time feedback with Opinionaided app (Appolicious)
Appolicious – If you’ve got questions that need answering and Google’s results don’t appeal to…
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Couple overcomes groom’s illness with Skype wedding (Reuters)
Reuters – A California couple whose wedding plans appeared thwarted when a lung infection landed…