Blood test can pick up Alzheimer's disease before symptoms show
Many scientists now believe that the brain damage of Alzheimer's is impossible to reverse.
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Nanogirl: Driving drives up microplastic pollution
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A mineral in bulls' teeth might be used for bone grafts, New Zealand researchers believe.
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Fifteen Kiwis, in their own words, voice their hopes and fears for a warming world.
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