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Flu vaccination later in the winter can still make a difference

Although vaccination is often associated with autumn, late winter still raises the question of whether getting vaccinated makes sense.

The practical purpose of the small hole in nail clippers

It’s a tiny design feature almost everyone has ignored, despite using this tool their entire life.

Babies begin to make sense of the world earlier than expected

Infants perceive more than has long been assumed. New brain research sheds light on what is already happening in the very first months of life.

How your heart changes from your 30s to your 60s

The heart ages gradually, even before we notice anything. How this happens depends both on biological changes and...

New study: Full-fat cheese linked to a lower risk of dementia

A large study shows an association between the consumption of full-fat cheese and the risk of dementia in certain groups.

Flu vaccination later in the winter can still make a difference

Although vaccination is often associated with autumn, late winter still raises the question of whether getting vaccinated makes sense.

The practical purpose of the small hole in nail clippers

It’s a tiny design feature almost everyone has ignored, despite using this tool their entire life.

Babies begin to make sense of the world earlier than expected

Infants perceive more than has long been assumed. New brain research sheds light on what is already happening in the very first months of life.

How your heart changes from your 30s to your 60s

The heart ages gradually, even before we notice anything. How this happens depends both on biological changes and...

This is why so many Brazilians are living past 100

In Brazil, more people are reaching a very old age than expected. This has prompted researchers to investigate the reasons behind the trend.

This level of grip strength is considered healthy for your age group

A simple grip test can offer an early clue to your health — and whether your body is aging as it should.

Oat protein may have a positive effect on blood pressure and cholesterol

Oats are known for being healthy. Researchers are now examining a part of the grain that has so far received far less attention.

30 minutes less in the chair can extend life, new research shows

New research suggests that very small changes in everyday life can have a greater impact than many people realize.

These choices in your 20s and 30s may shape your health for the rest of your life

Research suggests that decisions made early in adulthood have a significant impact on health later in life.

Elon Musk believes death is a design problem – and it can be fixed

Elon Musk is best known for space rockets, electric cars, and artificial intelligence. In a recent interview, he also shared his thoughts on the human lifespan.