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Australia Just Had a Bad Flu Season. That May Be a Warning for the U.S.

Australia had an unusually early and fairly severe flu season this year. Since that may foretell a serious outbreak on its way in the United States, public health experts now are urging Americans to get their flu shots as soon as possible. “It’s too early to tell for sure, because sometimes Australia is predictive and… Read More: Australia Just Had a Bad Flu Season. That May Be… »

Rare Set of 'Semi-Identical' Twins Identified in Australia

Print this page THURSDAY, Feb. 28, 2019 — They are among the rarest types of human beings — so-called “semi-identical” twins. Now, doctors in Australia say they’ve identified the world’s second known set of these twins, born from an egg fertilized by two sperm. Semi-identical twins (sesquizygotic) are classed as a third type of twin,… Read More: Rare Set of 'Semi-Identical' Twins Identified in Australia »