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In 2016, a collaboration between York University and the think tank King’s Fund published a report into the estimated costs ...

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If you enjoyed this article, I’d like to ask for your support. Scientific American has served as an advocate for science and industry for 180 years, and right now may be the most critical moment in ...

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