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Imagine a superhero mom armed with a shield that protects her precious baby from harm! Well, it turns out that prior exposure to a common virus can serve as that shield against birth defects and miscarriage. Scientists have discovered that having pre-existing immunity to Cytomegalovirus (CMV) can limit the transmission of the virus during pregnancy […]
Think of HDL cholesterol as a helpful friend for your heart and brain. But like any good friend, too much or too little of it can sometimes create problems. Recent research suggests that having either abnormally high or low levels of HDL cholesterol may increase the risk of dementia. This study stands out because it […]
The world of chess can often seem like a labyrinth of strategy and skill, but for young female players, there can be an added challenge: gender bias. Just as a knight on the chessboard can be hindered by its limited mobility, these talented girls face obstacles both within the male-dominated chess community and in the […]
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