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Mosquitoes Genetically Modified To Crash Species That Spreads Malaria
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Scientists demonstrate that a “gene drive” can rapidly spread a genetic mutation through a species, perhaps providing a potent new weapon against malaria. But there are plenty of skeptics.
No Downturn In Obesity Among U.S. Kids, Report Finds
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The childhood obesity epidemic rages on in the United States, with a big surge among the youngest kids, according to the latest government data.
Flu Season Is Shaping Up To Be A Nasty One, CDC Says
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The flu season started early this year, and is already widespread throughout the country and intense in dozens of states. But it’s not too late to get that flu shot, officials say.
Life Expectancy Drops Again As Opioid Deaths Surge In U.S.
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The opioid epidemic caused U.S. life expectancy to fall for the second year in a row, marking the first time that’s happened since the early 1960s. Death rates also continued to rise.