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Cellphones Can Stem An Unfolding Epidemic

Two women check their cellphones as they hawk their wares on a bridge over the Artibonite River, whose waters are believed to be the source of Haiti's 2010 cholera outbreak. Nicholas Kamm/AFP/Getty Images hide caption

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Cellphones Can Stem An Unfolding Epidemic

Researchers tracked the movements of cellphone users through their SIM cards in Haiti during the cholera epidemic. Their study shows that cellphone data could help doctors and others better provide relief during a disaster or epidemic.

Cellphones Can Stem An Unfolding Epidemic

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Tuesday

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A Remnant From Algae In Malaria Parasite May Prove Its Weakness

Scientists say a new finding may help them design or look for specific kinds of drugs that inhibit a critical chemical for the malaria parasite.

A Remnant From Algae In Malaria Parasite May Prove Its Weakness

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Monday

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Uninsured Unaware Of Coming Health Benefits

A new poll finds that only half of uninsured people are aware that help is on the way from the federal health overhaul. Fewer than a third say they think the law will help them obtain health insurance.

Uninsured Unaware Of Coming Health Benefits

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Simple Things To Do To Lessen Back-To-School Stomach Bugs

Researchers have found that when bottles of sanitizer and wipes were kept around schools and students were cued to use them, they ended up missing significantly fewer days due to stomach bugs. iStockphoto.com hide caption

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Simple Things To Do To Lessen Back-To-School Stomach Bugs

When it comes to packing lunches for school, keeping hands and counters clean is probably the most important tip. Also, putting a bottle of hand sanitizer in kids' backpacks is a good idea.

Simple Things To Do To Lessen Back-To-School Stomach Bugs

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Think You're An Auditory Or Visual Learner? Maybe Not
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Think You're An Auditory Or Visual Learner? Maybe Not

Researchers say there's no evidence to support the widely held belief that there are distinct visual, auditory and kinetic learning styles. Though an industry has sprung up around the idea, psychologists recommend other approaches to help kids retain information.

Think You're An Auditory Or Visual Learner? Maybe Not

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