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As particles from the sun and high-energy cosmic radiation stream constantly into their bodies, astronauts are always in danger. Radiation can cause serious health problems if it is not controlled.
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As the saying goes, the sky is the limit. This is true for scientists conducting the first oral health experiment in space to investigate the growth and response of oral bacteria to treatment agents in zero gravity.
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Fewer than half of Nevada's residents have received at least one dose. That's coinciding with a return of Las Vegas's famous nightlife: casinos and restaurants are packed, with many locals also enjoying the fun.
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Nevada is reporting the highest-in-the nation rate of new COVID-19 cases, just as the gambling mecca of Las Vegas prepares for what could be its biggest weekends since reopening.
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Is it possible that gas escapes the gravitational grip of supermassive dark holes could be creating "tsunamis in space?"
Every year, dozens of people are killed trying to cross Nevada roadways. A new concept hopes to reduce those numbers.
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Nevada Air Guard Capt. Caleena Longworth knew at the age of 10 that she wanted to be a doctor, and by January of this year, in the final semester of her medical doctorate program, she was one class away.
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Despite the state reaching the highest rate of positive coronavirus cases in the nation this week, the number of guard members on duty soon will decrease dramatically.
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With casinos launching fireworks throughout the Independence Day weekend, Las Vegas police are out in “full force” patrolling the streets, according to Capt. Dori Koren.
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