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3/5/08


Scientists Track Down Smoking-Cancer Link
We all know smoking causes lung cancer -- but which of the thousands of ingredients in cigarettes is at fault?

Stem Cell Protein Stops Cancer in its Tracks
A protein found in human embryonic stem cells is showing promise in fending off the spread of deadly cancers.

New Treatment for 'Lazy Eye' in Adults
Amblyopia, commonly referred to as ‘lazy eye,’ affects about nine million people in the United States.

Good for Teeth, Bad for Brains?
Fluoride is supposed to help prevent tooth decay, but could it also be causing neurological illnesses in children?

Poor Well-Being Ups Stroke Risk
People who score poorly on a test to measure overall well-being are more likely to suffer a stroke.

FREE VIDEO: Breath Test for Diabetes
It's painful, invasive, and time-consuming, yet every day -- many times a day -- millions of diabetics draw blood to check their blood sugar levels. But there may soon be a way to monitor those levels without ever touching the skin.


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