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How a handful of koalas are changing scientists understanding of genetic risk

It's long been assumed that koalas in southern Australia are genetically unhealthy. A new study finds they're actually recovering, changing how scientists look at genetic risks.

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Nathan Rott is a correspondent on NPR's National Desk, where he focuses on environment issues and the American West.

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