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This Common Blood Pressure Drug Extends Lifespan And Slows Aging in Animals - ScienceAlert

The hypertension drug rilmenidine has been shown to slow down aging in worms, an effect that in humans could hypothetically help us live longer and keep us healthier in our latter years.

Ingredient Found in All Mushrooms Can Reprogram Immune Cells to Fight Deadly Flu Infections - Good News Network

A component found in all fungi may provide a shield that prevents flu-related lung damage, according to a new Canadian study.

Impossible-sounding surgery cures blindness by implanting a patient's own tooth in their eye - Upworthy

​"Tooth-in-eye" surgery sounds like something out of science fiction, but it permanently restores vision in 94% of patients.

The #1 Protein to Reduce Visceral Fat, Recommended by Dietitians - EatingWell

Discover how pistachios, a powerful protein source, can help minimize visceral fat and promote overall health, as recommended by dietitians.

Patients get sight back in a day in new NHS cataract surgery - The Times

Your Wife Is Most Likely To Cheat With This Out Of Left-Field Person, According To Research - YourTango

I Asked 5 Chefs for the Best Way to Cook Asparagus, and They All Agree This Is the Most Foolproof Way - Allrecipes

If they were forced to choose just one way to ensure perfectly crisp asparagus every time, the chefs we spoke to recommend roasting the green spears.

Utah colon cancer survivor shares experience with immunotherapy, encourages early detection - KSL.com

Colon cancer survivor Eva Brinley received immunotherapy as an alternative to chemotherapy. Now, she says she feels "strong and healthy."

Eating Less of This Food Leads to Weight Loss in Just 8 Weeks - AOL

A new study breaks down exactly how to stop eating ultra-processed foods in eight weeks. Here's what it found and what experts have to say about the findings...

Bacterial infection common in women may actually be an STI: Study - NewsNation Now

“We’ve suspected for a long time that it’s a sexually transmitted infection (STI),” one of the researchers said.

Microplastics in the brain: Alarming new details revealed - Earth.com

Getting more of some vitamins during pregnancy may lower future risk of high blood pressure - KSL.com

Pregnant women whose blood contains higher levels of essential vitamins and minerals – such as B12, copper and manganese – may face a lower risk for high blood pressure two decades later, new research suggests.

Texas pastor celebrates school for having state's lowest vaccination rate - Chron

A Texas pastor took to social media to celebrate their school having the lowest vaccination rate.

Margaret Elenis Siklas, 34, Franklin Square educator, inspiration amid cancer fight, has died - Newsday

Margaret Elenis Siklas inspired others through charity work for cancer patients and by sharing her story of battling the disease while raising a family.

What went right this week: the good news that matters - Positive.News

Scientists opened ‘a new frontier’ in medicine, Cop16 nature deal ‘a step forward’, and low earners got a sick pay boost, plus more good news

Dr. Roach: Internist suggests PET scan after PSA level raises slightly - Detroit News

There could be some prostate cancer cells that survived the treatment and are growing.

Losing Just One Night's Sleep Changes Your Immune System, Study Finds - ScienceAlert

We all know sleep is important, but it takes up so much time.

World First: Scientists Printed Penises For Pigs And Restored Their Erections - ScienceAlert

A 3D-printed penis implant has restored erectile function to rabbits and pigs in a world first.

Canada is seeing one of the largest measles outbreaks in years. Here’s how to keep your family safe - Toronto Star

Ontario is among the provinces in the midst of a major measles outbreak as many families look to gather and travel over March break.

Chewing Wood Could Give Your Brain an Unexpected Boost - ScienceAlert

Maybe dogs who chew sticks are on to something.