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Years of 'confusion and debate' are over — research finds hormone therapy is good for women's hearts in early menopause
By Matthew Nudy published
A more nuanced understanding of hormone therapy now suggests that its benefits for heart health depend on how soon after menopause onset it is prescribed.

Bird flu could soon evolve to spread between humans. Here's how to slow its progress.
By Ron Barrett published
At the viral chatter stage of an outbreak, pathogens are just starting to infect people in sporadic bursts. It's a sign that a pandemic may be on the horizon.

Redmi Watch 5 review
By Kat Bayly published
Review The Redmi Watch 5 is perfect for those looking to track workouts with ease.

$3 million Breakthrough Prize awarded to developers of Ozempic-style drugs
By Emily Cooke published
Five researchers have been jointly awarded one of this year's Breakthrough Prizes in Life Sciences for their contributions to the development of Ozempic-style drugs.

$3 million Breakthrough Prize goes to scientists that completely changed our understanding of multiple sclerosis
By Nicoletta Lanese published
Two prominent scientists who study multiple sclerosis — Dr. Alberto Ascherio and Dr. Stephen Hauser — are co-winners of a 2025 Breakthrough Prize in Life Sciences.

Usmile Y10 PRO Sonic electric toothbrush review
By Joanne Lewsley published
Reviews A smart, stylish and affordable sonic toothbrush with impressive battery life and advanced features.

Estrogen may spur the body to make opioids after injury
By Nicoletta Lanese published
The female sex hormone estrogen, along with progesterone, appears to underlie a fundamental difference in how males and females process pain, a mouse study finds.

Drug makes blood toxic to malaria-spreading mosquitoes
By Emily Cooke published
Nitisinone, a drug that is already used to treat two genetic diseases, could be repurposed to control the spread of malaria, according to new research.

Man gets sperm-making stem cell transplant in first-of-its-kind procedure
By Clarissa Brincat published
A man in his early 20s received a transplant of his own sperm-producing stem cells, which had been frozen since his childhood, in an attempt to regain fertility. Doctors are waiting to see if the treatment works.
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