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Mass. won't see as many Cyclospora cases as Midwest, Tufts doc says - WCVB

Mass. won't see as many Cyclospora cases as Midwest, Tufts doc says - WCVB

Eighteen cases of cyclosporiasis have been reported in Massachusetts between May 1 and July 1, adding to a rise in the outbreak that is spreading across most of the midwestern United States.

Study shows a blood test can help identify healthy people at high risk for Alzheimer's disease - AP News

Study shows a blood test can help identify healthy people at high risk for Alzheimer's disease - AP News

A blood test that helps diagnose Alzheimer's might also forecast if healthy older adults will develop symptoms. A new study links high levels of so-called p-tau217 to a high risk of cognitive impairment in five or 10 years. Scientists stressed it's too soon t…

I smoked cannabis for nearly 20 years. Here’s what I wish I knew at 13. - The Washington Post

I smoked cannabis for nearly 20 years. Here’s what I wish I knew at 13. - The Washington Post

As cannabis use becomes more widespread, we should be clear-eyed about some of the potential long-term effects.

76 UES Buildings Test Positive For Legionella: See New List - Patch

76 UES Buildings Test Positive For Legionella: See New List - Patch

Several private schools, including Spence and Dalton, are on the new list, as well as the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Investigation launched into extremely rare cancer striking kids in CA enclave: ‘Deeply concerning’ - New York Post

Investigation launched into extremely rare cancer striking kids in CA enclave: ‘Deeply concerning’ - New York Post

Bond Legal said it is confidentially gathering information from families in the area.

Why the fastest-growing Ebola outbreak in history is becoming more challenging - AP News

Why the fastest-growing Ebola outbreak in history is becoming more challenging - AP News

The Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo is now the fastest-growing one in history and new challenges keep emerging. A strike this week by unpaid workers at an Ebola treatment center could spark further unrest, even as a study begins of two badly needed treatments…