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Unpicking the genetics of fibromyalgia sheds new light on its causes

Fibromyalgia, which causes chronic pain all over the body, is poorly understood, but two studies – made up of millions of participants – are helping us get to the roots of the condition

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Testosterone helps libido in menopause – can it treat other symptoms?

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Common IVF test misses some genetic abnormalities in embryos

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An illustration of CAR T-cell therapy treating tumour cells

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'Weaponised' CAR T-cell therapy shows promise against solid tumours

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Wegovy has heart health benefits even if weight loss is minimal

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An aerial view of downtown San Jose California skyline taken 06-16-2021. San Jose is the core urban hub of high technology referred to as Silicon Valley.

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Chilling book exposes true cost of tech bros' immortality dreams

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Why group exercise is better than working out alone

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The effects of eczema-like irritation on the hair growth of mice over 20 days (bottom row), compared to shaved mice without this irritation (top row)

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Serum promotes hair growth by mimicking the effects of skin irritation

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Antidepressants vary widely in their physical side effects

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Illustration of a telescope focusing in on signs of perimenopause, and ignoring other symptoms

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Everything is perimenopause now – but what if it’s not?

Many of the signs of perimenopause can also be symptoms of other conditions, and some of these get increasingly dangerous if they’re misdiagnosed

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Breastfeeding causes a surge in immune cells that could prevent cancer

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The extraordinary influence of the lymphatic system on our health

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Eye implant and high-tech glasses restore vision lost to age

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mRNA covid vaccines spark immune response that may aid cancer survival

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