Being Human

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Dr. Fauci Reflects on COVID-19, 5 Years Later

On the 5th anniversary of COVID-19 lockdowns, Dr. Anthony Fauci reflects on why they were necessary — and what he thinks we should reconsider now.
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Could CRISPR Cure Thousands of Diseases?

CRISPR technology is revolutionizing medicine! Feng Zhang, MIT professor of biological engineering, explains how scientists have identified nearly 5,000 diseases caused by genetic mutations—and how CRISPR offers a way to develop potential treatments.
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Flu Season is Breaking Records: What You Need to Know

This flu season is breaking records, with the CDC reporting over 33 million illnesses, 430,000 hospitalizations, and 19,000 deaths-the highest surge in 15 years.
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Are Saunas Good for You? The Surprising Health Benefits!

Alex Dainis explains how sitting in a sauna can raise your heart rate, lower blood pressure, and even mimic some effects of exercise. Scientists are studying how heat exposure impacts cardiovascular health, arterial stiffness, and blood lipids.
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Dr. Fauci on COVID, the Next Global Threat, and Scientific Integrity

Are we on the brink of another pandemic? The Museum's Insoo Hyun and co-host Vardit Ravitsky of The Hastings Center sit down with Dr. Anthony Fauci, former director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases.
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Dr. Fauci on Why George W. Bush Stands Out

What was it like working with seven US presidents? Dr. Anthony Fauci shares his surprising experience with George W. Bush.
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Human Digestive System: Upper Elementary

Get to know the Human Digestive System! Discover the organs that make up this system, it's function, and how it helps you.
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Use Your Brain!

How do you think, learn, and make choice? With your brain! Learn about what your brain looks like inside your head, as well as the many jobs it does for you everyday.
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Muscular System: Upper Elementary

Get to know the Muscular System! Discover the organs that make up this system, it's function, and how it helps you.
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Circulatory System: Upper Elementary

The circulatory system helps keep us alive! How much do you remember about it? Review the circulatory system's parts, its purpose, and even calculate heart rate!
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How Do You Hear?

There are noises all around you! How do we hear it? And what even is sound? Discover how your ears work and and how human ears perceive sound.
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Respiratory System: Upper Elementary

Get to know the Respiratory System! Discover the organs that make up this system, it's function, and how it helps you.
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Nervous System: Upper Elementary

Get to know the Nervous System! Discover the organs that make up this system, it's function, and how it helps you.
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Skeletal System

Test your knowledge on the human skeletal system. Discover what keeps us upright, how our bones support our bodies and all the intricate parts that allow this system to function!
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Why Does Our Hair Turn Gray?

As people age, they may have some white or grey hair, even if it used to be another color like brown, blonde, or black. Explore why hair grows and why it changes color as people get older.