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A Biologist Explains Why Human Babies Are Born So Helpless. Hint: Evolution Made A Strategic Tradeoff - Forbes
health 2026/02/14 14:30:06

A Biologist Explains Why Human Babies Are Born So Helpless. Hint: Evolution Made A Strategic Tradeoff - Forbes

Human newborns arrive remarkably underdeveloped. The reason lies in a deep evolutionary trade-off between big brains, bipedalism and the limits of motherhood.

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There's One Simple Method to Lower Alcohol Intake, And It Works - sciencealert.com
health 2026/02/14 14:03:45

There's One Simple Method to Lower Alcohol Intake, And It Works - sciencealert.com

Scientists have discovered an effective method for getting people to drink less alcohol, research suggests.

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Scientists Finally Solve the Mystery Behind Rare COVID Vaccine Blood Clots - SciTechDaily
health 2026/02/14 13:20:21

Scientists Finally Solve the Mystery Behind Rare COVID Vaccine Blood Clots - SciTechDaily

A rare but serious clotting disorder linked to certain COVID-19 vaccines and natural adenovirus infections has puzzled scientists for years.

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It's a dangerous complication of pregnancy — but a new drug holds promise - NPR
health 2026/02/14 12:46:18

It's a dangerous complication of pregnancy — but a new drug holds promise - NPR

Researchers celebrate early results of a drug that may become the first treatment for a serious complication of pregnancy called preeclampsia. It’s got the potential to save many lives.

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‘Alarming trend’: Why colorectal cancer is becoming a disease of younger adults - San Francisco Chronicle
health 2026/02/14 12:05:52

‘Alarming trend’: Why colorectal cancer is becoming a disease of younger adults - San Francisco Chronicle

Colorectal cancer is rising in young adults and is now the top cancer killer under age 50; doctors urge screening at 45 and attention to symptoms.

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'Orthorexia' Is More And More Common. Here's What You Should Know About It. - HuffPost
health 2026/02/14 12:00:18

'Orthorexia' Is More And More Common. Here's What You Should Know About It. - HuffPost

Social media pressures only makes this condition more prevalent.

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