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Lesbian, gay and bisexual adults in California have rates of health insurance coverage on par with or better than that of straight men and women in the state,
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Only in science fiction novels can scientists predict people’s lifespans. However, researchers have advanced the understanding of those risk factors that adversely affect mortality rates. A new study
In this article, we examine the effects caffeine may have on gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and investigate whether all people with GERD should avoid coffee and tea. We
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An analysis of senior European scientists and doctors working in the UK underlines the high risk of considerable damage to the UK’s science output and international research reputation
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