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How the Heart Starts Beating

September 27, 2023

Researchers discover that heart cells in developing zebrafish start beating suddenly and all at once

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The Gut Microbiome’s Role in Skeletal Health

September 22, 2023

Scientists identify gut bacteria linked to bone density, strength

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Brain Injury Increases Risk of Cardiovascular Disease

September 21, 2023

Screening and early interventions for those most at risk could help limit harm

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Seizing the Chance to Stop a Suicide

September 21, 2023

New Harvard-MGH center to provide clinicians with tools to identify, treat those most at risk

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These Doctors Aren’t Sweating AI — Yet

September 19, 2023

Board exam for pediatric specialty stumps ChatGPT, at least in some areas

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State of HMS Is Strong, Daley Says

September 14, 2023

Dean praises School’s people and its restlessness

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A Fourth of U.S. Health Visits Now Delivered by Non-Physicians

September 14, 2023

Health care provided by nurse practitioners and physician assistants expected to rise

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Scientists Explain a Glitch in the (Extracellular) Matrix

September 13, 2023

Worm study provides clues about protective cell coats

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A Clue Into Long COVID from Patients with Rheumatic Diseases

September 7, 2023

Research suggests infection with a common cold virus may prime some people to develop long COVID

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Sobering Reports on AI for CPR, Cancer Treatment Advice

August 30, 2023

Two new studies suggest AI voice assistants, ChatGPT not ready for prime time

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Scientists Discover Previously Unknown Way Cells Break Down Proteins

August 24, 2023

The mechanism degrades short-lived proteins that support brain and immune functions

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How Neurons Grow Comfortable in Their Own Skin

August 23, 2023

Sensory neurons develop customized nerve endings based on cues from the skin, study in mice suggests

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