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The first clinical trial testing whether pig kidneys can be safely transplanted into living people has been approved by the US Food and Drug Administration
https://go.nature.com/3CHIGfC
https://go.nature.com/3CHIGfC
The science behind the first pig-organ transplant trial in humans
The small trial will help to establish whether kidneys from genetically modified pigs can be transplanted into people safely and effectively.
go.nature.com
February 9, 2025 at 8:02 PM
The first clinical trial testing whether pig kidneys can be safely transplanted into living people has been approved by the US Food and Drug Administration
https://go.nature.com/3CHIGfC
https://go.nature.com/3CHIGfC
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Scratching a mosquito bite can offer a moment of bliss, and now scientists have learnt why: scratching activates an immune response that helps to protect the skin against harmful infections, at least in mice.
https://go.nature.com/4aJpL0r
https://go.nature.com/4aJpL0r
Why it feels good to scratch that itch: the immune benefits of scratching
Scratching where it itches reduces the presence of potentially harmful bacteria on the skin, studies in mice show.
go.nature.com
January 30, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Scratching a mosquito bite can offer a moment of bliss, and now scientists have learnt why: scratching activates an immune response that helps to protect the skin against harmful infections, at least in mice.
https://go.nature.com/4aJpL0r
https://go.nature.com/4aJpL0r
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Research shows that opportunities for risky play are crucial for children's healthy physical, mental and emotional development.
Still, in many nations risky play is more restricted than ever, thanks to misconceptions about risk and an undervaluing of its benefits.
www.nature.com/articles/d41... 🧪
Still, in many nations risky play is more restricted than ever, thanks to misconceptions about risk and an undervaluing of its benefits.
www.nature.com/articles/d41... 🧪
Why kids need to take more risks: science reveals the benefits of wild, free play
Studies reveal how risky play can benefit child development. But encouraging it can be a challenge for parents.
www.nature.com
January 8, 2025 at 2:49 PM
Research shows that opportunities for risky play are crucial for children's healthy physical, mental and emotional development.
Still, in many nations risky play is more restricted than ever, thanks to misconceptions about risk and an undervaluing of its benefits.
www.nature.com/articles/d41... 🧪
Still, in many nations risky play is more restricted than ever, thanks to misconceptions about risk and an undervaluing of its benefits.
www.nature.com/articles/d41... 🧪
Suggestions on the best medical professionals or science advocates to follow?
December 24, 2024 at 10:19 PM
Suggestions on the best medical professionals or science advocates to follow?