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Zika virus found in saliva but kissing risk likely to be low

The Zika virus has been found in saliva and urine, but the chances of it getting from these fluids into the bloodstream is said to be low

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Umbilical blood cells kill cancer quicker than adult cells

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US drops lifetime ban on gay men donating blood

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US drops lifetime ban on gay men donating blood

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Blood gushes from virtual leg injury to help train combat medics

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Blood gushes from virtual leg injury to help train combat medics

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First images of live blood vessels in unprecedented clarity

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First images of live blood vessels in unprecedented clarity

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Ultrasound prises open brain's protective barrier for first time

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Ultrasound prises open brain's protective barrier for first time

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Digital version of piece of rat brain fires like the real thing

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Digital version of piece of rat brain fires like the real thing

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If you have a few drinks, does the alcohol in your bloodstream act as medication...

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Suicidal behaviour predicted by blood test showing gene changes

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Smart mirror monitors your face for telltale signs of disease

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What is artificial blood and why is the UK going to trial it?

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