protective
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Additional studies will be needed to determine whether the same protective mechanism operates in humans and whether it can safely improve outcomes for patients receiving radiation therapy.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 8, 2026
However, researchers had not fully determined why going without food produced this protective effect.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 8, 2026
He will have concerns over centre Atkinson, who departed with a painful-looking leg injury in the second half, and Feyi-Waboso, who emerged at full-time in a protective boot.
From BBC ● Nov. 8, 2026
Heather full of seed was harvested from nearby parts of the forest and has been spread across the worst-affected parts of the fire site to form a "protective mat" and encourage new plants to grow.
From BBC ● Nov. 7, 2026
“Charles is simply upset,” said Mrs. Chiltington, draping a protective arm around her son.
From "Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics" by Chris Grabenstein
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“About Edward Jenner” from the Jenner Institute
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