If you’ve never kept a reptile, you might be surprised to learn that many of them actually “pee” in crystal form. In a study published in the Journal of the American Chemical Society, researchers examined the solid urine of more than 20 different…
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FDA approves nonhormonal drug to ease menopause hot flashes and night sweats
The federal Food and Drug Administration today approved a new menopause drug that reduces hot flashes and night sweats after the drug was successfully tested at UVA Health and other sites in the United States and around the world.
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Study links cockroach infestations to higher household allergens and endotoxins
Researchers at North Carolina State University have shown a link between the size of cockroach home infestations and the levels of both allergens and endotoxins in those homes, with lowering roach infestation numbers through pest control…
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Simulating solar storms for satellite operator training
Threats from space aren’t always obvious, but statistically, it’s only a matter of time before one of them happens. One of the most concerning for many space experts is a massive solar storm, like the one that literally lit telegraph paper on…
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Certain viral combinations raise risk of severe respiratory illness in infants
A new study led by researchers at National Jewish Health has revealed that, while a wide range of viruses can cause lower respiratory tract illnesses (LRIs) in infants, certain viruses and viral combinations dramatically increase the risk of…
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Pedestrian deaths at midblock bus stops found to be up to 5 times higher
Bus transportation is an essential part of nearly every public transit system. From school students to everyday workers, riders depend on buses to transport them to the essential destinations. Because most passengers start or end their journey by…
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Mitochondria and lysosomes reprogram immune cells that dampen inflammation
Metabolism guides the activation states of regulatory T cells, the immune cells that prevent inappropriate activation of the immune system. St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital scientists recently uncovered how mitochondria, the powerhouse of…
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New forecasting tool improves accuracy of epidemic peak and hospital demand predictions
During an epidemic, some of the most critical questions for healthcare decision-makers are the hardest ones to answer: When will the epidemic peak, how many people will need treatment at once and how long will that peak level of demand for care…
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Milky Way dazzles over Vera Rubin Observatory photo of the day for Oct. 24, 2025
Named for the pioneering astrophysicist Vera C. Rubin, whose work confirmed the existence of dark matter, the Vera C. Rubin Observatory stands as one of the most ambitious ground-based telescopes ever built.
Rubin’s mission is to survey the…
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Warehouse Hangs ‘Free Cats’ Sign Out Front And New York City Residents Rush In To Help
Last week, a New York City resident was walking down the street when a piece of cardboard strapped to the entrance of a local warehouse caught their attention. Their heart dropped as they read the words “free cats” on the cardboard sign, and…
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