Top news for December 21, 2008

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Scientists Uncover the Brain’s Hidden Pain Switch

A single protein could stop sudden death after heart attacks

This new blood test can catch cancer 10 years early

Rocket Lab launches private Japanese Earth-imaging satellite to orbit (video)

The Diabetes That Has Nothing To Do With Sugar

Scientists build artificial neurons that work like real ones

Mother's voice seems to boost language development in premature babies

Excessive daytime sleepiness may raise risk of cognitive problems after surgery - EurekAlert!

Anesthesiologist-led care helps hip-fracture patients get to surgery faster, with fewer complications - EurekAlert!

Two-dose recombinant shingles vaccine is effective even accounting for prior receipt of live shingles vaccine - EurekAlert!