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A Tanning Drug For the Pale-Skinned

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After 10 years of research, scientists have come up with a drug that could help people tan without exposure to the sun, potentially reducing the risk of skin cancer. The drug stimulates cells that produce the pigment that absorbs ultra-violet light, the researchers said in the US journal Cell Reports published on Tuesday. They stressed … Read more

Molecules Found On Phones Reveal Lifestyle Secrets

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Molecules found on mobile phones reveal an astonishing amount about the owner’s health and lifestyle – including their food preferences and medication. Californian scientists found traces of everything from caffeine and spices to skin creams and anti-depressants on 40 phones they tested. We leave traces of molecules, chemicals and bacteria on everything we touch. Even … Read more