Blood
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Whales could inspire new treatments for stroke and cancer
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This underdiagnosed vein disorder affects 4 in 10 Americans
A new blood test can tell if cancer has returned
Why heart attacks are rising in young adults
How a bloody battlefield inspired the creation of the Red Cross
Inside the life-saving world of canine blood donors
Why iron deficiency is more common than you think
Strokes are on the rise—and these are the reasons why
Is chocolate actually good for you?
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