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Scientists pinpoint when humans had babies with Neanderthals The Washington PostOldest Human Genomes Reveal How a Small Group Burst Out of Africa The New York TimesNeanderthal-human interbreeding lasted 7,000 years, new study reveals Phys.orgAncient genes pinpoint when humans and Neanderthals mixed and mingled The Associated Press

California reports more illnesses in people who drank raw milk. Here are the risks, according to health experts CNNCalifornia child who experienced fever and vomiting from raw milk does not have bird flu, CDC testing shows CBS NewsCase of possible bird flu in California remains murky, and may stay that way STATBird flu in California child related to virus in dairy cows, CDC says The Washington PostGenetic analysis finds H5N1 in California child most similar to cattle genotype University of Minnesota Twin Cities

Stars Like Our Sun Explode With ‘Superflares’ Every 100 Years, Study Suggests GizmodoSuperflares Erupt From Stars Like Our Sun Once Every 100 Years The New York TimesOur sun may be overdue for a 'superflare' stronger than billions of atomic bombs, new research warns Livescience.comSuperflares could be more common than thought: Are they something else to worry about?

Thousands of wild birds are dying of bird flu in Boise area, Idaho Fish and Game says Idaho StatesmanMissouri Conservation Department finds likely bird flu cases among snow geese Missouri IndependentMDC encourages public to use caution amidst suspected avian influenza outbreak Missouri Department of ConservationMissouri sees a surge in sick and dead birds.

Some Early Forms of Breast Cancer May Not Need Treatment, Study Says TIMEAre doctors overtreating early-stage breast cancer? Is active monitoring as safe? USA TODAYSome breast cancer patients can avoid certain surgeries, studies suggest The Associated PressDoctors hint at radical change for women with breast cancer - thousands might soon not be offered ANY treatmen Daily Mail

Gilead to test once-a-year HIV prevention shot STATWho’s Going to Get Lenacapavir for HIV Prevention? NEJM Journal Watch Medical BlogsScience’s 2024 Breakthrough of the Year: Opening the door to a new era of HIV prevention ScienceLenacapavir treats and prevents HIV, it does not cure infection | Fact check USA TODAY