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Zwift Ride smart bike review
By Andrew Williams published
Reviews A complete indoor cycling setup at a reasonable price.
Viral disease HMPV is on the rise among kids in China — what is it?
By Pandora Dewan published
Health officials have reported a rise in human metapneumovirus (HMPV) infections among children ages 14 and under in China, but the exact magnitude of this uptick is unclear.
Pet cats in Los Angeles County are catching bird flu from raw food, milk
By Nicoletta Lanese published
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has warned that raw pet food products have tested positive for bird flu and sickened pet cats in the area.
Healthy breast cells can look like invasive cancer, complicating early diagnosis
By Kristel Tjandra published
Scientists found that healthy women can carry genetic changes in their breast cells that are thought to be characteristic of invasive breast cancer.
What counts as 'binge drinking'? What about 'high-intensity drinking'?
By Clarissa Brincat published
Episodes of "binge drinking" can have dangerous short-term effects, while repeated binge drinking can trigger longer-term problems.
5 mental health benefits of exercise
By Josephine Perry last updated
REFERENCE Discover the mental health benefits of exercise here, with everything you need to know.
Situs inversus: The condition where your organs are on the 'wrong' side
By Emily Cooke published
Situs inversus is a rare genetic condition that causes the organs in the chest and abdomen to be located on the opposite side from where they're usually found, like a mirror image.
Should you work out every day?
By Emma Larad last updated
You’ve got the time and the motivation but should you work out every day? Let’s look at the pros and cons of exercising daily
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