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Man's autopsy reveals unexpected 'boomerang-shaped' structure in his heart
A surprising autopsy marked the first time a bony, supportive structure was documented in an adult human heart, medical examiners reported.
Men develop cardiovascular disease 7 years before women
Men's heart health tends to decline earlier in life, and the difference is driven largely by coronary heart disease, which appears roughly a decade sooner in men than in women.
Preserved hair reveals just how bad lead exposure was in the 20th century
A new study reveals the dramatic decrease in lead exposure in the U.S. following the establishment of the Environmental Protection Agency 55 years ago.
What to buy as a beginner runner: Must-haves vs non-essentials
Buying guides The array of running gear and accessories can be overwhelming for a beginner runner. Here is our guide to what you need — and the things that really are just optional extras
'Nose-in-a-dish' reveals why the common cold hits some people hard, while others recover easily
Using a laboratory model of the human nose, scientists have investigated why the severity of common-cold infections varies so widely between individuals.
Oneisall Pet Air Purifier (PP02) review: Great value pick for dog and cat lovers
Reviews The Oneisall Pet Air Purifier is true to its word when it promises effective hair, odor and pet allergen removal — a rare quality in appliances under $90.
Lifespan may be 50% heritable, study suggests
A new study suggests that lifespan might be 50% heritable — although for now, it's hard to know if the finding applies across diverse populations.
Best Garmin smartwatches for runners 2026, tried and tested
Buying guides These are the best Garmin running watches you can buy in every category, from Fenix 8 and Enduro 3 to Forerunner 55.
Garmin Enduro 3 review: The longest-lasting sports watch series gets a price cut
Reviews If you’re after a high-end sports watch, minus the upkeep and attention-grabbing smartwatch tech, this one is for you.
New triple-drug treatment stops pancreatic cancer in its tracks, a mouse study finds
By targeting three key growth pathways at once, researchers eliminated pancreatic tumors in multiple mouse models and prevented the cancer from returning, a promising step toward overcoming treatment resistance.
