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Why do you get sick in winter?  The new science is pointing your nose

Why do you get sick in winter? The new science is pointing your nose

Photo: Shutterstock New research seems to provide a clearer picture of why cold and flu cases are more common in winter. The study found evidence that our nose’s innate immune response weakens in colder temperatures, giving certain germs a better opportunity to infect the rest of the body. The findings, the authors say, could provide …

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A mind-altering parasite could make wolves bolder

A mind-altering parasite could make wolves bolder

Image: Shutterstock (Shutterstock) The mind-altering effects of a well-known parasite may extend to more species than we thought. In new research this month, Yellowstone scientists argue that Toxoplasma gondii infection may influence the behavior of gray wolves in the area. This seems to increase their chances of risky behaviors, such as leaving their pack or …

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