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'Eventually, it becomes you': Inventors of new 'living' knee replacement describe why this tech is desperately needed and how it works 2 Comments -
AI-written code can beat humans at biomedical analysis, some studies find. What does that mean for the field?
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New pain-relief opioid could be much less addictive than morphine, rodent study findsA new and potentially safer opioid has been tested in lab rats, and the results suggest it relieves pain with a lower risk of addiction than other drugs in its class.
By Kamal Nahas Published
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Experimental drug doubles one-year survival in pancreatic cancerA new drug that works by making tumors more susceptible to chemotherapy and the immune system has increased survival in those with advanced pancreatic cancer in a trial.
By RJ Mackenzie Published
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Science history: Doctor autopsies the brain of a man who couldn't speak — and reveals the seat of spoken language — April 18, 1861Dr. Paul Broca conducted an autopsy on a patient known as "Tan," who had aphasia, or the inability to speak. Broca's work identified a region of the brain that is key to spoken language.
By Tia Ghose Published
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Diagnostic dilemma: A woman heard voices telling her she had a brain tumor — and scans confirmed she didIn a strange medical case, a woman suddenly started hearing voices, and they directed her to seek care for a brain tumor.
By Mindy Weisberger Published
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Best fitness trackers 2026: From smart rings to multisport GPS watchesBuying Guide These are the best fitness trackers you can buy in every category, from Oura Ring Gen 4 and Garmin Fenix 8 to Whoop MG.
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'Oslo patient' likely cured of HIV after getting stem cell transplant from his brother, who is genetically resistant to the virusA man known as the "Oslo patient" joins a short list of people in long-term remission from HIV following bone marrow transplants.
By Nicoletta Lanese Published
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Antiseptic-tolerant germs spread through the air in hospitals, early study hintsTrace amounts of antiseptic chemicals in hospital rooms may be driving tolerance and resistance in bacteria, a study finds.
By Marianne Guenot Published
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Sperm quality is at its peak in the summer, study findsSeasonal shifts in behavior — not temperature — may subtly influence sperm motility. Whether this variation in sperm quality influences fertility remains to be seen.
By Clarissa Brincat Published
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Scientists are trying to build a vaccine that works against almost any respiratory pathogen — here's how close they are.A nasal spray in mice boosted lung immunity against viruses, bacteria and allergens — but a truly universal vaccine is still years away.
By Isha Ishtiaq Published

