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Latest about Health
'We have combined two marvels of modern medicine': Woman gets pig kidney and heart pump in groundbreaking procedures
By Nicoletta Lanese published
In a medical first, doctors transplanted a gene-edited pig kidney into a human patient after giving her a new heart pump.
Chemo side effect caused man's eyelash growth to go haywire
By Nicoletta Lanese published
Some medicines can inadvertently cause people's eyelashes to grow incredibly long.
Scientists just grew super realistic, miniature colons in the lab and gave them cancer
By Emily Cooke published
The tiny colons were grown from mouse stem cells, but human versions could one day be used to test new drugs for colorectal cancer, scientists say.
The 6 best exercise bikes for home use in 2024
By Sam Hopes last updated
Buying Guide We have tested the best exercise bikes for home use: Whether you are looking for a wallet-friendly option, spin bike, or Peloton-style machine packed with fun features, we have you covered.
Best rowing machines 2024: Top 5 picks from ProForm, Ergatta and more
By Harry Bullmore last updated
Buying Guide We have tried and tested the best rowing machines: Whether you are looking for a beginner-friendly option, something on a budget, or a space-savvy foldable rower, we have a machine for you.
Fake Botox injections have sickened 22, hospitalized 11, CDC warns
By Nicoletta Lanese published
The CDC warned doctors about "counterfeit or mishandled" Botox injections that have caused clusters of illness in the U.S.
Detecting cancer in minutes possible with just a drop of dried blood and new test, study hints
By Emily Cooke published
Early tests suggest that a new tool that requires only a single drop of blood could detect three of the deadliest forms of cancer.
Can faking a smile make you feel happier?
By Tyler Santora published
Lab research often gives one answer about whether smiling can make you feel happier, but does that translate to the real world?
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