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Life expectancy is increasing at a slower rate this century — and it may be because we're reaching our human limit
Human life expectancy in high-income countries is no longer climbing at the rate it did in the 20th century, a new study suggests.
2 scientists snag Nobel in medicine for discovering 'microRNAs'
Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun jointly received the 2024 Nobel prize in medicine for discovering microRNAs.
Why does drinking water feel so good when you're thirsty?
Drinking water triggers a variety of complex biochemical reactions that reward rehydration and help satiate our thirst.
Flu shot lowers hospitalization risk by 35% in vulnerable groups, data hint
Data from the Southern Hemisphere hint that this year's flu shot lowers the risk of hospitalization among vulnerable demographics.
More people are surviving avalanches than decades ago — here's why
A study of avalanche survival data shows that survival rates have increased and rescues are faster, but time is still critical for buried victims.
Flu shots have changed this year — here's why
Unlike past flu shots, flu vaccines for the 2024-2025 season don't contain the "Yamagata lineage" of influenza viruses because evidence suggests that type of flu no longer exists.
What causes stuttering?
Very little is known about the origins of stuttering, but there are several possible explanations.
Source of person's recent bird flu case remains a mystery — and experts say that's concerning
The latest human case of bird flu in the U.S. occurred in a patient with no reported exposure to affected animals, sparking questions over whether the virus is spreading between people. Experts say that's unlikely but argue the case raises other concerns.
