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Dr. Laila Hishaw hopes to double to number of black dentists through her Diversity in Dentistry Mentoring Program. (Courtesy of Diversity in Dentistry)
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Black Dentist Fighting To Bring Diversity To Her Field

October 10, 2021 zenger.news Comments Off on Black Dentist Fighting To Bring Diversity To Her Field

Dr. Laila Hishaw sees a correlation between increased minority representation and better dental outcomes for kids of color.
The post Black Dentist Fighting To Bring Diversity To Her Field appeared first on Zenger News. […]

The “oral microbiome,” or the bacteria that populate the mouth, can affect how broccoli, cauliflower and other vegetables taste, explaining why some children hate their vegetables. (Sean Gallup/Getty Images)
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Broc Horror: How Some Kids’ Mouth Bacteria Means They Can’t Help Hating Broccoli

October 9, 2021 zenger.news Comments Off on Broc Horror: How Some Kids’ Mouth Bacteria Means They Can’t Help Hating Broccoli

Microorganisms in children’s mouths decide why some veg tastes revolting to them, says new study.
The post Broc Horror: How Some Kids’ Mouth Bacteria Means They Can’t Help Hating Broccoli appeared first on Zenger News. […]

An illustration of Jezero crater as a lake. (NASA, JPL-Caltech/Zenger)
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Wat-er Find: NASA Rover Discovers How Megafloods Changed Mars’ Surface

October 8, 2021 zenger.news Comments Off on Wat-er Find: NASA Rover Discovers How Megafloods Changed Mars’ Surface

Fast-moving flash floods rolled giant boulders around like pebbles, say scientists. 
The post Wat-er Find: NASA Rover Discovers How Megafloods Changed Mars’ Surface appeared first on Zenger News. […]

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You’ll Soon Be Able To Use Your iPhone For Your ID At Airport Security

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(Source: www.travelnoire.com) – Parker Diakite • Sep 14, 2021 – Apple has announced a new feature that will give iPhone users the option to show a digital version of their state identification or driver’s license in Apple Wallet […]

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14 Premium Beauty and Hair Products Freebies

May 11, 2021 admin 0

Source: www.sistersletter.com By Alaya Linton –   May 7, 2021 Score samples of moisturizer, makeup, fragrance, serum, bath oil and even a brow shaping for free! Plus: Support Black businesses! Samples are a great way to […]

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A Brunch Spread Fit for Spring

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FROM FAMILY FEATURES (Source: www.flcourier.com) – From tasty small bites to a filling feast and even dessert for breakfast, brunch options are nearly endless. Take your spring brunch to the next level with recipes that […]

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Storing Insulin Without Refrigeration Saves Lives In Refugee Camps, Poor Countries

February 19, 2021 zenger.news Comments Off on Storing Insulin Without Refrigeration Saves Lives In Refugee Camps, Poor Countries

NAIROBI, Kenya — Managing diabetes, a preexisting condition that requires a daily insulin injection, just got easier. Insulin can now be stored in temperatures ranging from 25 degrees Celsius (77 degrees Fahrenheit) to 37 degrees […]

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Say No To Facial Recognition Technology

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By Gordon H. Weekes, Jr. – (Source: www.westsidegazette.com) – Although technological advancements have enriched our lives in countless ways, some can cause unintended harm. We must carefully weigh the consequences of introducing new technologies into […]

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Biden’s Speech: A Flurry of Poetry, Politics and Prose

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By D. Kevin McNeir – (Source: www.washingtoninformer.com) – Message and Images of Inauguration Suggest the Promise of Possibilities Words matter — they always matter. Contrary to that old childhood rhyme, “Sticks and stones may break […]

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HBO Film Looks at Tiger Woods’ Public Persona

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David Bauder, The Associated Press – (Source: www.miamitimesonline.com) – For a man who first appeared on television when he was 2, showing Bob Hope how he could already swat golf balls, the public actually knows […]

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