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New 'biological aging' test predicts your odds of dying within the next 12 months
By Julie Goldenberg published
A new test uses a cheek swab to predict your risk of death within one year — how does it work?
Scientists restore monkey's vision with a patch made from human stem cells
By Stephanie Pappas published
Scientists were able to treat a "macular hole" in a monkey, helping to restore the animal's vision thanks to human stem cells.
These are the best health and fitness tech deals you can buy this Amazon Prime Day
By Lloyd Coombes, Anna Gora last updated
Deals From NordicTrack treadmill to Beats earbuds, these are the best health and fitness tech deals you can grab this Amazon Prime Day.
'Any protein you can imagine, it can deliver': AI will help discover the next breakthrough in RNA, says Nobel Prize winner Dr. Drew Weissman
By Nicoletta Lanese published
Live Science spoke with Nobel laureate Dr. Drew Weissman and engineer Daeyeon Lee about a new RNA research center they're helping to launch.
Nobel Prize in Medicine: 1901-Present
By Live Science Staff last updated
Here's a look at past winners of the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine.
Life expectancy is increasing at a slower rate this century — and it may be because we're reaching our human limit
By Emily Cooke published
Human life expectancy in high-income countries is no longer climbing at the rate it did in the 20th century, a new study suggests.
2 scientists snag Nobel in medicine for discovering 'microRNAs'
By Emily Cooke published
Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun jointly received the 2024 Nobel prize in medicine for discovering microRNAs.
Why does drinking water feel so good when you're thirsty?
By Margaret Osborne published
Drinking water triggers a variety of complex biochemical reactions that reward rehydration and help satiate our thirst.
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