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Natural selection is unfolding right now in these remote villages in Nepal Physiological traits that help Tibetan women survive at high altitudes are being selected for within the population, meaning they may be becoming more common, new research hints.
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Bird flu could become deadlier if it mixes with seasonal flu viruses, experts warn As of now, 17 states have reported H5N1 bird flu cases in humans, but there is still no evidence for transmission between people. Could that change?
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The case against daylight saving, from a neurologist and sleep expert While that "extra" hour of sunlight in the evenings can be exhilarating, it comes with significant health trade-offs.

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In a 1st, scientists reversed type 1 diabetes by reprogramming a person's own fat cells

By Tia Ghose published

Scientists reprogrammed a woman's fat cells to become insulin-making beta cells, reversing her type 1 diabetes.

Diabetes
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Trigger for deadly neurodegenerative disorder identified

By Emily Cooke published

The discovery of an important enzyme involved in Huntington's disease may pave the way for future treatments to prevent the condition, researchers say.

Neuroscience
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Bird flu could become deadlier if it mixes with seasonal flu viruses, experts warn

By Kamal Nahas published

As of now, 17 states have reported H5N1 bird flu cases in humans, but there is still no evidence for transmission between people. Could that change?

Viruses, Infections & Disease
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Best running watches 2024: Top 6 picks from Garmin, Coros and more

By Lloyd Coombes last updated

BUYING GUIDE These are the best running watches in every category, from Garmin Fenix 7 to Apple Watch Series 8 and Coros Pace 2.

BUYING GUIDE
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Best fitness trackers 2024: Measure steps, sleep, calories and more

By Andrew Williams, Anna Gora last updated

Buying Guide These are the best fitness trackers you can buy in every category, from Apple Watch Series 8 and Garmin Fenix 7 to Amazfit Balance.

Buying Guide
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How to get better faster when you have the flu, according to science

By Emily Cooke published

Experts explain how to shorten a flu infection.

Flu
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Best rowing machines 2024: Top 6 picks from Concept2, Ergatta and more

By Harry Bullmore, Anna Gora last updated

Buying Guide These are the best rowing machines you can buy in every category, from Concept2 RowErg and Ergatta Rower to Hydrow Wave.

Buying Guide
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Can air purifiers help with asthma?

By Lou Mudge, Anna Gora last updated

Reference We take a closer look to see if using air purifiers helps with asthma.

Reference
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Do air purifiers help with allergies?

By Kerry Taylor-Smith, Anna Gora last updated

REFERENCE Air purifiers can improve air quality, but do these devices help relieve allergies?

REFERENCE
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Watch 1st-ever video of ovulation occurring in real-time

By Emily Cooke published

A new imaging technique enabled scientists to film every step of ovulation as it unfolds in mouse cells.

Fertility, Pregnancy & Birth
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