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Did scientists ‘reverse’ autism? Plus a measles milestone, e-bike injuries and gum health
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This week, we’re digging into the surge in measles cases, the growing concern over e-bike injuries and what new research is revealing about the surprising connection between oral health and the rest of the body.
Peer ReviewRehashing the week’s health headlines🔬 Under the MicroscopeDid scientists really “reverse” autism?
Researchers at UCLA reported last week that a single dose of the drug rapamycin temporarily improved autism-like behaviors in adult mice.
Bottom line: E-bikes aren’t just bicycles with a battery.
The U.S. has now recorded 2,318 measles cases this year, officially surpassing last year’s total of 2,289 cases, which was the highest annual count since 1991.