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Diagnostic dilemma: Botched penile tattoo left man with permanent semi-erection
By Nicoletta Lanese published
A man developed a rare condition after getting a tattoo on his genitals.

Shingles vaccine may directly guard against dementia, study hints
By Clarissa Brincat published
The lower incidence of dementia seen in adults who received the shingles vaccine is likely not just a correlation, scientists say, based on new results of an observational study.

Unique genes pinpointed in legendary 'women of the sea' in South Korea
By Kristel Tjandra published
A new study explores the physiology of Jeju Haenyeo, the famous female freedivers in South Korea.

How wildfire smoke hurts the body — and how to protect yourself
By Emily Cooke last updated
Experts lay bare the health effects of breathing in wildfire smoke and the steps that can be taken to reduce one's risk.

A single molecule may treat rare, devastating mitochondrial diseases
By Nicoletta Lanese published
Scientists found a compound that appears to counter common mutations behind POLG-related diseases, rare conditions that harm mitochondrial DNA.

Xiaomi Watch S4 smartwatch review: Affordable elegance
By Anna Gora published
Reviews A fashionable choice for occasional exercisers or a classic example of style over substance?

Our favorite table air purifier is now at its lowest-ever price, right in time for the hay fever season
By Anna Gora published
Deals Save 36% on the stylish SwitchBot air purifier table and ease your pollen allergy symptoms — but hurry, this rare deal may not last long!

Humans heal much more slowly than chimps do. Researchers are still trying to figure out why.
By Jess Thomson published
Researchers have found that wounds heal three times more slowly in humans than in other primates and rodents, suggesting we may have evolved slower healing at some point in our ancestry.
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