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'Epigenetic memory' may help explain why PCOS tends to run in families
By Alexandra Frost published
New research suggests how PCOS may be partly inherited through "epigenetic memory," offering insight into why the condition tends to run in families.

Scientists grow mini amniotic sacs in the lab using stem cells
By RJ Mackenzie published
A newly created cell model of the amniotic sac could reveal new insights into early pregnancy, as well as generate helpful products for medical use.

Experimental treatment for high cholesterol edits DNA in the body to reduce LDL
By Nicoletta Lanese published
An experimental treatment called VERVE-102 lowers the amount of "bad" cholesterol in the blood of people with specific cholesterol-raising conditions.

Man in Australia dies of rare, rabies-like disease
By Nicoletta Lanese published
A man in New South Wales was exposed to a rare relative of the rabies virus and died of the resulting infection. His was only the fourth case of the disease ever documented.

Earliest evidence of humans catching disease from animals dates to 6,500 years ago
By Christoph Schwaiger published
By analyzing ancient DNA, scientists determined when, where and how our ancestors got sick from infectious diseases.

In a first, congenital deafness in teens and adults treated with new gene therapy
By Maoli Duan published
This is the first time such results have been achieved in both children and adult patients born with a specific type of congenital deafness.

Garmin and Samsung finish the Prime Day sale with a bang — these two smartwatches are now under $200 and at their lowest-ever price
By Anna Gora published
Deals The Garmin Vivoactive 5 and Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 have never been cheaper, but which of these smartwatches should you buy this Prime Day?

Outdoor explorers! Don't miss these 8 last-minute Prime Day smartwatch deals
By Anna Gora last updated
Deals From Garmin Fenix 7 to Apple Watch Ultra 2, these are the best GPS smartwatches we recommend buying in the Amazon Prime Day sale.
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