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How anti-vaccine activists are using COVID-19 to boost their movement
While most of the world hungers for a vaccine to put an end to the death and economic destruction wrought by COVID-19, some anti-vaccine groups are joining anti-lockdown protesters to challenge restrictions aimed at protecting public health.
How anti-vaccine activists are using COVID-19 to boost their movement
Landmark mental health bill sails through U.S. Senate
The 21st Century Cures Act, having passed the U.S. Senate, now goes to President Barack Obama, who has promised to sign it.
Landmark mental health bill sails through U.S. Senate
Massive mental health bill faces vote in U.S. Congress
If passed, the $6.3 billion 21st Century Cures Act would make mental health a national priority.
Massive mental health bill faces vote in U.S. Congress
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Beyond glucose: The brain may feed itself
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