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Flu cases surge; vaccine still has protective benefit

This season’s influenza has caused 5,000 U.S. deaths, including children and adolescents. Hear more from our physician.

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Researchers survey the ADHD coaching boom

A study explores ADHD coaches and their services, the first step to understanding their safety and effectiveness.

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Study validates split-second exam of retinal health

Future diagnostic tool is the aim for a high-tech camera that allows scientists to witness the molecular machinery of the eyes.

E. coli binds to cell. Antibodies prevent binding

Some antibodies outmaneuver germs from sticking to cells

The devious ways certain antibodies interfere with pathogen adhesion might suggest designs for novel infection therapies.

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Study: Teens use cellphones for an hour a day at school

Social media apps are the main content. The effect of state laws governing phone use at school “remains to be seen,” a study author says.

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Promising clinical advances and inspiring individuals top the website visitors' news interests in the past year.

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