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'Breaking,' aka breakdancing, is in the Olympics for the 1st time — here's the brain science behind it Here's the brain science of breaking, the dance style making its Olympic debut in Paris.
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Suunto Race GPS sports watch review

By Tantse Walter published

Review Will Suunto's Race push your sporting performance and help you reach personal bests like they claim? We think so.

Review
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Sweden reports 1st case of deadlier mpox outside Africa

By Nicoletta Lanese published

Following the WHO's declaration that the mpox outbreak in Africa is a global health emergency, Sweden reported its first case of a deadlier clade of the virus.

Viruses, Infections & Disease
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CRISPR could be used to treat UTIs, early trial hints

By Nicoletta Lanese published

Scientists are testing a "genetically enhanced bacteriophage cocktail" as a treatment for urinary tract infections.

Medicine & Drugs
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WHO declares mpox outbreak in Africa a global health emergency

By Nicoletta Lanese published

The World Health Organization says the ongoing mpox outbreak in Africa requires a coordinated international effort to subdue.

Viruses, Infections & Disease
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Mpox outbreak in Africa could swell into a pandemic — here's how we stop it

By Cheryl Walter published

Getting the mpox outbreak in Africa under control will be a challenge, but there are tools available to do it.

Viruses, Infections & Disease
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Nearly half of global dementia cases could be delayed or prevented, scientists say

By Eric B. Larson, Laura Gitlin published

In a new study, scientists have identified 14 modifiable risk factors that boost dementia rates, but could be addressed.

Alzheimers & Dementia
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'Sloth virus' reported in Europe for 1st time — but what is it?

By Nicoletta Lanese published

The Oropouche virus, which some media outlets are calling a "sloth virus," has been seen in European travelers returning home from the Americas.

Viruses, Infections & Disease
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My favorite smartwatch I tested this year is now at its lowest-ever price

By Anna Gora published

Deals The Amazfit Balance is now 15% off at Amazon and the cheapest it has ever been.

Deals
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FDA approves 1st needle-free alternative to EpiPens

By Nicoletta Lanese published

There's now an option to treat anaphylaxis via a nasal spray, rather than with an auto-injected medication.

Medicine & Drugs
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Probiotic supplement caused man's fatal infection in rare case

By Nicoletta Lanese published

In very rare instances, the live microorganisms in probiotics can cause dangerous infections.

Medicine & Drugs
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