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Brain-Computer Interface

Device could allow people with vocal paralysis to converse.

Treponema pallidum Bacteria (Syphilis)

Syphilis Screening

Offering optional testing in the ER doubled detection.

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Sudden Infant Death

Study shows specific markers may be able to predict at-risk babies.

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Severe Respiratory Disease

Experimental blood test could predict risk of developing illnesses such as COPD.

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