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COVID-19 deaths in the US continue to be undercounted, research shows, despite claims of ‘overcounts’
An accurate count of COVID-19 deaths is critical both scientifically and politically. Douglas Rissing/iStock via Getty Images PlusSince the COVID-19...
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Even bivalent updated COVID-19 boosters struggle to prevent omicron subvariant transmission – an immunologist discusses why new approaches are necessary
The FDA is proposing an annual shot against COVID-19, signaling that a new approach is needed. wildpixel/iStock via Getty Images...
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Emotional ‘blunting’ and antidepressants – new research suggests why this is happening
Antidepressants can help people function in daily life. fizkes/ShutterstockReinforcement sensitivity is an important behavioural process that allows us to learn...
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The Last of Us: fungal infections really can kill – and they’re getting more dangerous
Millions have been tuning in every week to watch the highly anticipated TV adaptation of The Last of Us. The...
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Possible link between Alzheimer’s disease and gut microbiome found in mice – new study
Kampol Taepanich/ShutterstockResearchers may have found an unlikely contributor to the development of Alzheimer’s disease: the bacteria in your gut. Their...
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Yoga: Modern research shows a variety of benefits to both body and mind from the ancient practice
Yoga mixes physical exercise with meditation and breathing techniques. 10,000 Hours/Digital Vision via Getty ImagesThe popularity of yoga has grown...
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Grassroots AIDS activists fought for and won affordable HIV treatments around the world – but PEPFAR didn’t change governments and pharma
AIDS activists have used protests to demand access to treatment. Jim Watson/AFP via Getty ImagesThe President’s Emergency Program for AIDS...
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Parsing which foods are healthy and which are less so isn’t always straightforward – a new rating system aims to demystify the process
The new system generally gives higher scores to fruits, vegetables and minimally processed foods. RapidEye/iStock via Getty Images PlusMany people...
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We tested the wastewater from planes to detect COVID among travellers – here’s what we found
Wichudapa/ShutterstockSmall traces of many pathogens, such as viruses we may be infected with, are excreted when we go to the...
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