F.D.A. Approves 2 Sickle Cell Treatments, One Using CRISPR Gene Editing
People with the genetic disease have new opportunities to eliminate their symptoms, but the treatments come with obstacles that limit their reach.
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Amazon is using generative A.I. to summarize product reviews
A new feature provides users with an overview of what shoppers like and dislike about a product they purchased
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Doctors Are Using ChatGPT to Improve How They Talk to Patients
Despite the drawbacks of turning to artificial intelligence in medicine, some physicians find that ChatGPT improves their ability to communicate empathetically with patients.
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CDC is discussing using oral polio vaccine for first time in 20 years to stop New York outbreak
The U.S. currently uses the inactivated polio vaccine, which is highly effective at preventing paralysis but does not stop transmission of the virus.
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Putin says Russia is not using gas as a weapon, claims U.S. added to energy crisis
Russian President Vladimir Putin said Wednesday that his country is not using energy as a weapon against Europe.
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Protect Yourself When Using Transportation
As schools, businesses, and community organizations begin providing services, consider ways that you can protect yourself and slow the spread of COVID-19 when using transportation.
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U.S. agency tells consumers to stop using Peloton’s Tread+ treadmill
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission warned people not to use Peloton’s Tread+ treadmills with children or pets around, citing dozens of incidents.
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Safety Precautions When Using Electrostatic Sprayers, Foggers, Misters, or Vaporizers for Surface Disinfection During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Carefully select cleaners and disinfectants and application methods for use in facilities, businesses, and public indoor spaces to ensure that you can clean and disinfect safely and effectively.
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