Okinawa, Japan, has one of the world’s highest proportions of people over 100. (Photo credit: philipjbigg / Alamy Stock Photo) From the swimming habits of dead trout to the discovery that some mammals can breathe through their anuses, a group…
A new study suggests that humanity may have reached the limit of average life expectancy. (Image credit: HUIZENG HU via Getty Images) Life expectancy is increasing more slowly than it did in the 20th century, according to a new study…
A new test called CheekAge determines biological age by analysing cells on the inside of the cheek. (Image credit: Peter Daisley via Getty Images) Research shows that a test using cells from the inside of the cheek can accurately predict…
Levels of certain proteins in the blood may be able to predict the age of a person’s brain, and could be used as potential targets for future interventions, according to new research. (Image credit: Alvaro Gonzalez via Getty Images) Scientists…
What causes aging? A new study that links two known aspects of aging — genetic mutations and epigenetic changes — may help find the answer. (Image credit: hh5800 via Getty Images) Scientists often use an “epigenetic clock” to estimate biological…
(Image credit: Getty Images) Jump to: The best treadmills for walking can change your fitness routine. While walking outdoors can be a great option, it’s not always possible, and that’s where treadmills for walking come into play. Whether you’re facing…
A new analysis shows that abortion bans in the United States have contributed to increased infant mortality in affected regions, particularly among racial minorities. (Image credit: NineLives via Getty Images) US states that recently passed new abortion bans have seen…
A brain scan showed a significant buildup of fluid in the man’s brain, which had pressed tissue against his skull. (Image credit: FG Trade Latin/Getty Images) Patient: 44-year-old man from France. Symptoms: The man had mild weakness in his left…
A new study suggests that a gene variant seen only in humans may have aided the development of spoken language. (Image credit: 10’000 Hours via Getty Images) Scientists have identified a gene that may have played a role in the…
Pope Francis, 88, was diagnosed with a ‘complex’ respiratory infection after being rushed to hospital with severe chest pain – and plans for his funeral are now believed to be under way The Pope’s funeral is reportedly being rehearsed after…
(Image credit: Mindful Media/Getty Images) Using hormonal birth control methods may significantly increase a person’s risk of experiencing a stroke or heart attack, with some methods carrying higher risks than others, a recent large study has found. “Our study analyzed…
A close-up shot of microplastics resting on a human finger. (Image credit: Alamy) A shocking new study has claimed that the human brain is becoming contaminated with growing amounts of microplastics, with concentrations skyrocketing in just the past few years.…