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Novavax COVID-19 Vaccine 90% Effective in U.S. Trial

The protein subunit vaccine provides 100% protection against moderate or severe disease, hospitalization and death.
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World Blood Donor Day 2021: Give Blood and Keep the World Beating

Plus: Buy a “Queer Blood America” work by artist Jordan Eagles, who fights the FDA’s discriminatory ban on blood donors.

FDA Approves Controversial Alzheimer’s Treatment

Alzheimer’s advocates laud the approval of Aduhelm, but experts raise questions about its effectiveness and cost.

Myth Buster: Can a Biopsy Spread Cancer?

Seeding—the transfer of tumor cells from a dislodged biopsy needle—is not impossible but very rare.

Lung Cancer Screening

Current or former heavy smokers are advised to undergo CT scan screening to detect cancer early.

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