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Drug cocktails can almost double lifespan -- in worms and fruit flies, so far

The findings suggest that the mechanism would probably work on humans too.

Scientists regrow hair cells in mice, suggesting hearing loss is reversible after all

In the future, growing old may not necessarily mean you'll have bad hearing.

Golden labs seem to be healthier than their chocolate cousins -- and we're not sure why

Who's a good boy? All dogs, that's who. But some have more problems than others.

Pancreatic cells can naturally morph to combat diabetes, pointing to new avenues of treatment

Other cells can likely do it too, the researchers believe.

Sunlight kills indoor germs almost as well as UV rays

Pull the drapes and enjoy free home sanitation, courtesy of the sun.

Breastmilk protects infants from antibiotic-resistant bacteria and improves preemies’ brain development

An aggressive campaign of producers of baby formula has led to a decrease in breastfeeding rates.

Lab-tailored enzyme shows promise as a new and powerful treatment against tobacco addiction

Science to the rescue.

Researchers document first evidence of epigenetic inheritance via sperm

We're not sure yet if a father's experience can affect the health of offspring.

Apple donates 1,000 watches for study to monitor binge eating

Every 60 minutes, someone dies in the U.S. because of an eating disorder.

Chili peppers may have antidepressant qualities

Capsaicin, the active ingredient in chili peppers, eased depression symptoms in mice.

Hundreds of dietary supplements are tainted with unlisted drugs

These pose "a serious public health risk." Most are sexual enhancement, weight loss, and bodybuilding supplements.

New 3D-printing process creates ligaments, tendons for transplant -- paves the way for replacement organs

Print me a new me, please. Make me taller, too.

The brain replays memories as you sleep to make sure you don't lose them

This is something worth remembering. So, maybe, sleep on it a bit?

The Important Benefits of Good Oral Hygiene

Brushing, flossing, and mouthwash could save you a lot of trouble in the future.

Researchers build salivary gland from scratch -- and it works

Who doesn't want replacement organs?

It's high time we moved past BMI -- meet the metabolome

When it comes to obesity we need all the help we can get -- and better tests are sure welcome.

People can recognize an average of 5,000 faces, a new study reports

Some more, some less.

Creative fields have a lot to benefit from people with ADHD, new study says

Finally, some go...... Uuu shiny!

Dopamine is the key allowing our brains to change beliefs -- short-term ones, at least

Don't forget to post some dopamine with that sarcastic comment -- it will work much better.

England's youth are drinking less and less -- and some have never had a drink

I didn't know you were allowed to do this in the UK.

Tobacco industry's carbon footprint mirrors entire countries -- cost of cigarettes should reflect the environmental damage, WHO says

We all know smoking is bad for our health but not a lot of people are aware of the hidden environmental costs of the tobacco industry.

GHB drug use associated with long-term cognitive changes

The is responsible for many overdose-induced comas. Now, research suggests tripping on the drug 'fries' the brain.

3,500-year-old spiced latte? Archaeologists report earliest known usage of nutmeg

The spice gives an exciting insight into an old civlization.

Naps help us process information we subconsciously acquire during the day

More reasons to sleep!

How Siberian Huskies got their ghostly blue eyes

These canine white walkers got their famous blue eyes thanks to a genetic duplication.

Mediterranean diet can help fight depression, new study suggests

Healthy food, healthy body, healthy mind.

Neanderthals gave humans viruses, but also the genes that protect us from them

Ancient interbreeding primed modern humans for an encounter with new viruses.

U.S. researchers poised to level-up wheat's nutritive value by making it absorb minerals

You've heard of Iron Man, now get ready for Iron Wheat.

Sexual assault and harassment has long-lasting consequences on women

The fact that so many women go through this is nothing if not disturbing

Homeopathy is ineffective against children's cold and flu

Captain Obvious to the rescue!

How the African elephant's cracked skin keeps it cool

Faced with the hot and dry savannah, the African elephant evolved a creative solution.

Our brains don't like having too many options to pick from because they're lazy

Never change, brain.

Interview with Bluebird Director of Science Lex Pelger on CBD

A cannabis expert shares what he knows about the science of CBD.

Ancient retrovirus may make some people more prone to addiction

The study hints to evidence for a physical cause of addiction.

In the fight against depression, researchers turn to mind-reading (that works)

How's your pound of gray matter feeling today?

The taller you are, the more likely you are to develop varicose veins

It's not all good when you're tall.

5 Technologies Scientists Are Currently Pursuing to Improve Healthspan

Science may one day open the way to the 'Fountain of Youth'.

Being hungry really does sour your mood, research reveals

Turns out "I'm hangry" is a legitimate excuse after all.

Cheap nano-filter scrubs toxic metals from polluted water

A small device to tackle a huge problem.

Air pollution may increase the risk of developing dementia

This is an observational study and, as such, the findings cannot be used to establish a cause-effect relationship -- but it does raise some important questions.

Glyphosate might be killing bees by messing with their gut bacteria

Glyphosate may not be harmless to animals after all.

Here's why it doesn't get dark when you blink

It's not magic -- it's science.

Why Getting Married Might Just Save Your Life

There are plenty of jokes about how marriage will end your life -- but the science says that the union is actually good for health.

Health Science Has a Gender Problem: Here’s How to Fix It

Men and women are more similar than we are different -- but their health needs are not nearly identical.

New bio-synthetic circuits can teach old cells new tricks -- such as killing cancer

The work has only been tested in the lab but, so far, the results are encouraging.

India just launched the largest health insurance scheme on the planet

The new insurance scheme -- dubbed "Modicare" -- will offer free medical services to 500 million citizens.

Even with better prevention and earlier diagnosis, cancer will kill nearly 10 million people in 2018

The figures suggest that one in five men and one in six women will develop the disease in their lifetime.

MDMA or 'ecstasy' makes octopuses more social, too

This could help scientists uncover the origin of social behavior in all animals.

Most supermarket yogurt products contain too much sugar, new study warns

Do you like sweet yogurt? You might want to read this.

Worse foods cause higher rates of cancer, new study concludes

The connection between nutrition and the risk of cancer remains a complex and intricate topic.

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