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image of three human egg cells inside ovarian follicles — Could aging eggs be 'rejuvenated'? New tool may help pave the way to fertility-extending treatments Scientists invented a new experimental system to study how age-related changes in egg cells make them more prone to chromosomal errors.

Asian woman with white skin, gray hair, sitting with her back, Photo of the back. — Gray hair may have evolved as a protection against cancer, study hints Aging comes with graying hair, which may be a sign of the body lowering its risk of cancer, a study suggests.
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Woman with Insomnia. Young woman lying on bed with hand on forehead. — Insomnia and anxiety come with a weaker immune system — a new study starts to unravel why People with anxiety or insomnia tend to have weaker immunity. The decline of a key immune cell may be a culprit.

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'Mitochondrial transfer' into nerves could relieve chronic pain, early study hints

By Nicoletta Lanese published 7 January 26

A new study reveals that nerve cells receive periodic infusions of mitochondria from neighboring cells — and this may point to a new way of treating nerve pain.

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Giant 'stone' in a man's bladder looked like an ostrich egg

By Mindy Weisberger published 7 January 26

A man visited a hospital because of bladder discomfort, and his doctors discovered a remarkably large bladder stone.

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What to buy to start a fitness journey (and save some money in the process)

By Anna Gora published 6 January 26

Buying guides A quick beginner's guide to shopping for workout gear, fitness tech and exercise equipment during January's fitness rush.

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US government overhauls the childhood vaccine schedule in unprecedented move

By Nicoletta Lanese published 5 January 26

Federal health officials are attempting to make the U.S. childhood vaccine schedule more like that of Denmark. Experts say the decision lacks scientific backing.

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Best yoga mats, tried and tested by Live Science

Best yoga mats 2026: The best designs for hot yoga, travel and general home use

By Sam Hopes last updated 5 January 26

Buying Guide Here are the best yoga mats in every category, from Lululemon and Primasole to Manduka Prolite.

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Best electric toothbrushes 2026: For healthy teeth and a bright smile

By Joanne Lewsley, Anna Gora last updated 5 January 26

Buying Guide These are the best electric toothbrushes you can buy in every category, from Oral-B Genius X and Bitvae R2 to Waterpik Complete Care 9.0.

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