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The Fifth Vital Sign: Atlanta Doctors Are Talking Climate Change With Patients
Leveraging trust built over time, doctors hope to depolarize the issue and break through misinformation.

Across America, Protesters Stand Up for Science, Oppose Trump and DOGE Cuts
The Xylom's reporters covered the Stand Up for Science protests from Atlanta, New York City, and Seattle.


Fragile, Flooded South Sudan Asks: What About Those With Disabilities?
The idea that the world is becoming a better place, and there are less and less needs in terms of humanitarian aid, is over.”


For The Reservoir That Was Dammed, It Is Now Resurrection Time
Three weeks after the destruction of Kakhovka Dam, scientists found new hope in the remnants of the reservoir through willow plants.


Perspective: Take the Green Pill, You Stay out of Wonderland
Slimming pills and teas are often marketed with a kind of urgency that can often result in people taking products that destroy their bodies.


It’s Not Just Drought: Java is Drowning as Well
One of the largest islands in Indonesia is at risk of sinking due to sea level rise, putting millions of people on the coast at risk.


Finding Clean Water Near Mount Everest Might Be Harder Than Summiting It
As tourism and regional pollution contaminate Nepal’s Khumbu Valley, researchers are zapping the ground to find new potable water sources.


Black Fever, Brought to You by Climate Change
Climate change is creating more favorable conditions for parasites in northeast India, leading to challenges in eradicating black fever.


Maternal Deaths Keep Increasing in Nigeria. Healthcare Services Still Remain Underfunded.
Nigeria has the second-highest number of global maternal deaths. Due to underfunding and other issues, interventions remain unsuccessful.


This Barbie Is... A Dolled-Up Wax Cadaver?
Perhaps I spoke too soon when I said the Anatomical Venus filled me with pride. What if we haven’t come as far as I thought we had?
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