Health & Medicine
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AnimalsAn inspiring home for apes
A group of scientists wants to establish preserves where orangutans and other primates have the chance to learn and create.
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AnimalsHot tail gives warning
Ground squirrels can heat up their tails to signal and perhaps taunt rattlesnakes.
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Health & MedicineWorkouts: Does Stretching Help?
Stretching before exercise or sports may not improve performance or reduce the chance of injury.
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AnimalsMale baboons get mellow
Females may get male baboons to tone down violent behavior and become more cooperative.
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Health & MedicineAllergies: From bee stings to peanuts
As more and more people develop allergies, researchers are looking for ways to treat and prevent severe allergic reactions.
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AnimalsSnagging insects, hummingbird style
A hummingbird has an unexpectedly flexible lower bill to help it catch bugs.
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AnimalsGanging up to grab more food
Food-snitching birds may drive wolves to hunt in large packs.
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AnimalsSome birds heed a monkey’s warnings
An African forest bird can tell which monkey alarm calls to pay attention to.
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Health & MedicineMoving Good Fats from Fish to Mice
Healthful fats from fish could end up in beef, eggs, and other foods.
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Health & MedicineWalking to exercise the brain
Light exercise can help elderly people keep their brains in shape.
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Health & MedicineBuilding a food pyramid
Experts are trying to work out new rules on which foods to eat and which ones to avoid.
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Health & MedicineStrong Bones for Life
Weak bones are an increasing problem for kids and teenagers.
By Emily Sohn