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Biological secrets of world's oldest woman, Maria Branyas Morera, revealed after death A study of a woman who died in 2024 as the oldest person on Earth attempts to untangle the factors that enable some people to ward off disease in old age.
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Morento MR5866 smart air purifier review

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Best fitness trackers 2025: Measure steps, sleep, calories and more

By Andrew Williams, Anna Gora last updated

Buying Guide These are the best fitness trackers you can buy in every category, from Amazfit Balance and Garmin Fenix 8 to TicWatch Atlas

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Diagnostic dilemma: A man's deadly infection was triggered by a probiotic supplement

By Nicoletta Lanese published

A man with a complex medical history ended up with a rare bacterial infection after taking probiotics in the hospital.

Viruses, Infections & Disease

In 'extremely rare' case, Michigan resident dies from rabies after receiving transplanted kidney carrying the virus

By Jess Thomson published

A Michigan resident has died from rabies following a kidney transplant at a hospital in Ohio. Investigations show that the donor had the virus when they died.

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How much of your brain do you need to survive?

By Marilyn Perkins published

Case reports of people with atypical brains reveal the human brain's staggering ability to adapt to damage.

Neuroscience

Evidence refuting free will is being misinterpreted, scientists argue

By Aaron Schurger, Adina Roskies, Uri Maoz published

Neuroscience research claiming to question the existence of free will may have been misinterpreted.

Neuroscience
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Staring at the March 29 solar eclipse can cause eye damage in seconds — and you won’t even feel it happening

By Emily Cooke published

Experts explain damage that can happen to your eyes if you stare at the partial eclipse without using adequate protection.

Anatomy
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Best massage gun 2025: Relieve sore muscles and increase flexibility

By Joanne Lewsley last updated

BUYING GUIDE Here are the best massage guns to buy in every category, from Theragun Pro to Homedics Pro Physio.

BUYING GUIDE
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Best budget exercise bikes 2025: Boost your stamina without breaking the bank

By Maddy Biddulph last updated

Here are the best cheap exercise bikes to buy in every category, from Echelon Connect to Yosuda and Zwift.

Exercise
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Best Garmin watches 2025: Our top picks for outdoor and fitness enthusiasts

By Andrew Williams, Anna Gora last updated

Buying Guide These are the best Garmin watches you can buy in every category, from Fenix 8 and Forerunner 965 to Venu 3.

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