Altered states

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Mice are used to research human genetic defects because they share 85% of the same genes as humans. Jackson Laboratory in Maine is a major supplier of laboratory mice with both natural and engineered genetic ailments. Mice suffering from skin diseases, obesity and spinal bifida are pictured.

Research, Analysis, Mice, mutant strains, Mutant mice, Mice as laboratory animals, House mouse

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Aaron's angel: to save his son and himself from a life-threatening illness, a prodigal father wrestles with the medical establishment - and a mountain of guilt

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Daniel Callado has dedicated his life to keeping his son Aaron, who has AIDS, alive. Callado has AIDS too, as did his late wife, Maria. Callado was once a drug dealer who was promiscuous and brought home the AIDS virus to his wife. Religion and dealing with AIDS changed his life.

Care and treatment, Behavior, AIDS patients, AIDS (Disease) in children, Pediatric AIDS (Disease), Callado, Daniel, Callado, Aaron

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Miracle babies

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The Species Survival Program (SSP), a breeding program involving 175 North American zoos and aquariums, is saving many animals and their habitats from extinction. The program strives to re-create conditions of the animals' natural habitats to promote breeding.

Case studies, Innovations, Cover Story, Portrayals, Wildlife conservation, Animals, Zoos, Rare animals, Animal young

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