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Supercentenarian Mar铆a Branyas Morera, pictured with researcher Manel Esteller

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World鈥檚 oldest person had a young microbiome and ‘exceptional genome’

杏吧原创s have studied the genetics and lifestyle factors that enabled Mar铆a Branyas Morera, officially the oldest person in the world until she died last year, to reach 117 years old

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What we know, and don’t, about the link between painkillers and autism

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A deeper understanding of endometriosis is suggesting new treatments

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One blood sample could reveal the age of 11 of your organs and systems

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Where you store fat may influence the effect it has on your brain

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Starting HRT in early menopause may reduce women’s risk of Alzheimer’s

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Some viruses like to cheat 鈥� and that may be good for our health

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Vitamin D supplements may lower your level of one type of vitamin D

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Woman holding blender and making healthy smoothie with various vegetables and fruits in the kitchen at home

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Three simple rules for a great post-workout meal

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In the race to reach 100, the wealthy have a head start

There are more centenarians now than ever before. But more must be done to address inequalities that prevent people from having a realistic chance of hitting this milestone.

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Stretching the skin could enable vaccines to be given without a needle

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Global suicide rates fell 30 per cent since 1990 鈥� but not in the US

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Long covid may be making your periods longer and heavier

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The science revealing how the right diet can add a decade to your life

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