Health & Medicine
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Prehistoric trips to the dentist
Thousands of years ago, some people had holes drilled into their teeth.
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Taking a Spill for Science
Studying how and why people fall provides insights into movement and balance.
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Eating Troubles
Researchers are zeroing in on what causes certain people to see food as the enemy.
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Spit Power
Saliva provides clues about diseases, dental cavities, and who might have been at a crime scene.
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Hear, Hear
Listening to loud music or playing in a rock band without ear protection can lead to hearing loss.
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Training your brain to feel less pain
People can ease pain by using their minds to reduce activity in a certain brain area.
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Taste Messenger
Sensing a flavor requires an energy molecule to carry information from taste buds to nerves.
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From stem cell to any cell
The search is on for ways to use stem cells to treat injuries and cure diseases.
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Teen Brains, Under Construction
Spurts in brain development may help account for changes in teen behavior.
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Screaming for Ice Cream
Making ice cream better tasting, longer lasting, and more nutritious takes a lot of research.
