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The Lone Star Tick, known for bringing novel maladies such as meat allergies and the Bourbon virus, is expanding northward and posing a threat to the blacklegged tick, which transmits Lyme disease. Read more from journalist Rene Ebersole.
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The Israeli bombardment has displaced many Gazaโs citizens. Programs to alleviate stress often donโt acknowledge local traditions and practices. Professor Rana Dajani ุฑูุง ุงูุฏุฌุงูู who studies trauma, emphasizes the need for more treatments rooted in science.
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Science writer Elizabeth Svoboda (Elizabeth Svoboda) reviews 'Filterworld,' by Kyle Chayka (@chaykak) as he explores the many ways digital advances have reshaped our lives, and the implications. Read the full book review:
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In the Central African Republic, researchers found an astronomical death rate. Could a major emergency be invisible? Read more from science journalist Amy Maxmen, PhD.
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Is there life beyond Earth โ and if so, where? Does alien life exist? The many unknowns about detecting life on Mars and other planets shouldnโt undermine support for space exploration says evolutionary biologist Julie Novรกkovรก; Life Beyond Us is just out!. โฌ๏ธClick to read more.
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In โOur Moon,โ by Rebecca Boyle (Rebecca ๐ Boyle), she argues that our planet cannot be understood without considering the moon and ponders its future. Read the full book review from science journalist Angela Chen (@chengela)
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Gun violence in the U.S. is a public health crisis, according to many medical associations. But a recent study suggests that providers and patients may avoid the topic. Read more from editor and science writer Jenna Jakubisin (Jenna Jakubisin.)
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