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Yash Maniar


University researchers break stem cell barriers

Researchers in the Medical School’s Thisse Lab have successfully created a complete zebrafish embryo from uncommitted embryonic stem cells, breaking new ground in the world of stem cell research. This research provides key insight for scientists interested in growing organs for transplants.

Flu shot: the run down

The increase in sick people this time of year is quite noticeable, to say the least. It isn’t possible to sit through a class without hearing someone cough or sneeze.

Obama talks ACA

The health insurance marketplace put in place by the Affordable Care Act, commonly referred to as “Obamacare,” opened for business on Oct.

Minimum wage, overtime protections extended to home care workers

In a monumental change for licensed healthcare professionals who deliver services to disabled and senior citizens, the Department of Labor announced this week that starting in 2015 they will require minimum wages and overtime protections be extended to home-based “direct care” workers.

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