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| Astronomers find sun's 'long-lost brother,' pave way for family reunion Posted: 10 May 2014 12:17 PM PDT Astronomers have identified the first "sibling" of the Sun -- a star that was almost certainly born from the same cloud of gas and dust as our star. The newly developed methods for locating the Sun's 'siblings' will help other astronomers find other "solar siblings," work that could lead to an understanding of how and where our Sun formed, and how our solar system became hospitable for life.  |
| Having eczema may reduce risk of skin cancer Posted: 05 May 2014 06:13 PM PDT Eczema caused by defects in the skin could reduce the risk of developing skin cancer, according to new research. The immune response triggered by eczema could help prevent tumor formation by shedding potentially cancerous cells from the skin. Skin cancer is a common and growing problem, accounting for one in every three cancers diagnosed worldwide, according to the World Health Organization.  |
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