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Pilot Program To Perform Genetic Testing For Breast Ovarian

Pilot Program To Perform Genetic Testing For Breast, Ovarian Cancers

As part of a public-private collaboration, a UK-based charitable foundation has announced a pilot program to genetically test patients for breast and ovarian cancer.

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No New Cases Of Bird Flu Despite Three More Deaths In China

Despite three new deaths being attributed to H7N9 bird flu, there have not been any more infections reported since May 7. Still, precautions are being carried out and one country is banning imports of meat to ensure protection of its citizens.

Google Rivals Warn Of Search Giants Dominance

Search engine giant Google has found itself under scrutiny in Europe again, as rivals contend that it has the potential to reinforce its dominance unless European Union regulators can win more concessions from the company. The rivals allege that Google restricts consumer choice and competition.

Mexicos Popocatepetl Volcano Increases Activity Warnings

Authorities in Mexico have raised the alert level for towns in two central states and the capital after an increased amount of explosive activity has occurred at Popocatepetl volcano, Mexico’s second highest peak at 17,900 feet.

New French Coronavirus Case Suggests Human-To-Human

As French health officials confirmed a second case of the new SARS-like novel coronavirus (nCoV) in that country on Sunday, the World Health Organization (WHO) reported that they believe it is likely that the illness can travel from person to person following prolonged exposure.

French Health Ministry Confirms Three New Cases Of Novel

Two days after French health officials confirmed the first case of novel coronavirus (NCoV) in their country, a spokeswoman for the regional health authority of Northern France said three more cases have shown up.

Britains Atlantis Archaeologists Reveal Remains Of Medieval

One researcher from University of Southampton has carried out the most detailed analysis ever of the remains of an ancient medieval city dubbed "Britain's Atlantis."

New Insight Into Climate Change Impacts On Greenlands

A new study presents a sophisticated computer model that provides fresh insight into the impact of climate change on the production of icebergs by Greenland glaciers. The model also demonstrates the shape of the ground beneath the ice has a strong effect on its movement.

Health Officials Confirm First Case Of Novel Coronavirus In

The French Health Ministry on Wednesday reported the first case of the SARS-like novel coronavirus (NCoV) in the country after a 65-year-old Frenchman contracted a respiratory illness on a recent trip to Dubai.

Humans Not Responsible For Australian Megafauna Extinction

A team of researchers has concluded that most species of gigantic animals that once roamed the Australian continent disappeared before the arrival of humans.

Philippines Mount Mayon Erupts Killing Five Injuring Several

One of the Philippines most active volcanoes roared to life early Tuesday sending a cloud of ash and rocks into the morning sky. Mount Mayon, which sits about 206 miles southeast of the capital of Manila, killed at least four people and injured several others during the brief eruption.

Novel Coronavirus Kills Five In Saudi Arabia WHO Reports

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Health has confirmed to the World health Organization (WHO) on Thursday (May 2) that seven new lab cases of infection to the novel coronavirus have been discovered, including five deaths.

First Confirmed Case Of H7N9 Bird Flu In Chinas Hunan

A 64-year-old woman has become the first person in China’s Hunan Province to become infected with the H7N9 bird flu, health officials there confirmed on Saturday.

New Tiny Water Mites Described In South Korea And The

Water mites of the family Torrenticolidae are tiny, heavily sclerotized and crawling water creatures presently known from all continents except Antarctica.

Using Geophysical Tools To Search For Clandestine Graves

Developing new tools to find clandestine graves is the goal of a small community of researchers spread across several countries


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