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Fragile X syndrome partly cured in mice
20 December 2007
Genetic engineering can correct the worst symptoms in mice of fragile X syndrome, the most common inherited cause of mental retardation and autism, US researchers report.
Standing up for teetotal teenagers
19 December 2007
From publicity the average Australian parent is entitled to believe that we have a far greater drug problem than we have ever had before. With the possible exception of alcohol and ecstasy, the opposite is most probably true, with many Australian studies suggesting reductions in drug use.
Tooth decay rampant among children: survey
17 December 2007
A new survey shows that half of all six-year-olds in Australia have tooth decay. It found there's been a five per cent increase in tooth decay in young children, partly due to lack of access to public dental health care.
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