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New Toothpaste Stops Gum Disease Without Harming Healthy Bacteria - SciTechDaily
health 2026/03/01 12:57:36

New Toothpaste Stops Gum Disease Without Harming Healthy Bacteria - SciTechDaily

Researchers have developed a targeted approach to combat periodontitis without disrupting the natural balance of the oral microbiome. The innovation could reshape how gum disease is treated while preserving beneficial bacteria.

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Air Pollution Is Wreaking Havoc on Ants, And The Effects Are Alarming - ScienceAlert
health 2026/03/01 12:02:05

Air Pollution Is Wreaking Havoc on Ants, And The Effects Are Alarming - ScienceAlert

Scent is essential to ant society: every ant within a colony wears the badge of membership in the form of smelly hydrocarbons.

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Groundbreaking Trial Reveals Unexpected Benefit of Metformin in Type 1 Diabetes - SciTechDaily
health 2026/03/01 11:47:43

Groundbreaking Trial Reveals Unexpected Benefit of Metformin in Type 1 Diabetes - SciTechDaily

A clinical trial has found that a widely used and affordable type 2 diabetes medication can lower insulin requirements in people with type 1 diabetes, potentially improving how the condition is managed.

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Measles outbreaks are costing the U.S. millions of dollars. The true losses can't be counted. - NBC News
health 2026/03/01 11:00:00

Measles outbreaks are costing the U.S. millions of dollars. The true losses can't be counted. - NBC News

In 2026, there have been over 1,000 cases of measles. If vaccination rates keep dropping, the costs of medical care, public health efforts and lost work productivity could skyrocket.

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The #1 Fruit to Help You Poop, According to Dietitians - EatingWell
health 2026/03/01 05:00:00

The #1 Fruit to Help You Poop, According to Dietitians - EatingWell

Packed with fiber, eating kiwi may be an effective and tasty way to manage constipation and help you stay regular. Dietitians explain why.

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All about TCM’s ‘miracle pill’ Angong Niuhuang Wan, and when not to take it - South China Morning Post
health 2026/02/28 23:15:08

All about TCM’s ‘miracle pill’ Angong Niuhuang Wan, and when not to take it - South China Morning Post

The prized Angong Niuhuang Wan is thought to help stroke victims if taken at the right time. But when is that, and can it harm you?

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