When bacteria in the mouth break down sugars from food, they release acids that gradually erode tooth enamel and cause cavities. These bacteria do not live alone. They form dense, plaque-like structures known as “dental biofilms” that cling to…
Category: 5. Health
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A Parent’s Guide To The New CDC Vaccine Schedule
The CDC and AAP now offer different vaccine guidance. Learn what changed, what didn’t, and how parents can navigate the new landscape.
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Tools to manage Quality Control in a multi-hospital system
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Nvidia And This Bill Gates-Backed Startup Are Building Fusion Power With AI
In this week’s edition of The Prototype, we look at building a virtual fusion power plant, a major quantum breakthrough, AI for drug discovery and more.
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Is Century-Long Biological Health Possible? Lessons From The Greenland Shark
Greenland sharks maintain sharp vision for centuries, revealing powerful DNA repair and eye-protection strategies that may inspire future approaches to lifelong human eyesight.
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Scientists test a tiny eye implant that could restore sight
Age-related macular degeneration is the most common cause of vision loss and blindness among Americans age 65 and older. The disease worsens over time and primarily damages central vision, making it difficult to see faces, read text or focus on…
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‘Shared decision-making’ for childhood vaccines sounds empowering – but it may mean less access for families already stretched thin
When federal health officials announced on Jan. 5, 2026, that they were taking six out of 17 vaccines off the childhood immunization schedule, they argued that the move would give parents and caregivers more choice.
Instead of all U.S….
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The 4x rule: Why some people’s DNA is more unstable than others
A large scale genetic analysis of more than 900,000 people has revealed that specific regions of DNA become increasingly unstable over time. These regions are made up of very short sequences that repeat again and again, and the study shows that…
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What A Turbulent Year Revealed About The Future Of Public Health
From partnerships to grassroots leadership, five lessons from 2025 show how public health is evolving—and what matters most heading into 2026.
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Common food preservatives linked to higher risk of type 2 diabetes
People who consume higher amounts of food preservatives may face a greater risk of developing type 2 diabetes, according to a large new study. Preservatives are commonly added to processed foods and beverages to extend shelf life. The research…
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