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Breast cancer screening should start at age 40, expert task force says
By Nicoletta Lanese published
A task force of experts recommended that female patients be screened for breast cancer starting at age 40.

Protective childbirth tattoos found on ancient Egyptian mummies
By Kristina Killgrove last updated
Some ancient Egyptian mothers got tattoos that were likely meant to protect them during childbirth and during the postpartum period, an analysis of their mummies reveals.

Men's and Women's Personalities: Worlds Apart, or Not So Different?
By Rachael Rettner last updated
Men and women's personalities are worlds apart, a new study says, but other researchers say it ain't so.

Men's and Women's Personalities: World's Apart, or Not So Different?
By Rachael Rettner last updated
Men and women's personalities are worlds apart, a new study says, but other researchers say it ain't so.

Talk, Talk, Talk: One Thing We Do Better than Apes
By Meredith F. Small last updated
Chat is what humans are all about.

The Shocking Truth About Married Girls
By Meredith F. Small last updated
Why does marriage at a young age bother us so much in Western culture?

How Soy Supplements May Affect Breast-Cancer Genes
By Agata Blaszczak-Boxe last updated
Taking soy protein supplements may lead to some concerning genetic changes for women with breast cancer, a new study suggests.

Abortion Debate: Little Evidence Sonograms Change Minds, Doctors Say
By Stephanie Pappas last updated
A proposed law in Texas would mandate sonograms for women seeking abortion. Will it change the abortion rate?
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