How the body works
All of us have one, but the corpus humanum is much more than just a fleshy vessel for our brains. The human body as we know it today is the result of millions of years of evolution and is composed of trillions of cells each working to keep our biological systems ticking along. Whether they're regulating our body temperature or maintaining the correct oxygen levels in our bloodstreams, the organs that make up our bodies are undoubtedly essential in helping them work.
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Ozempic and Wegovy are best known for aiding weight loss, but their impact goes much further.
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Major immune system breakthrough could mean needle-less vaccines
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Minimum effort, maximum reward | 6 simple, science-backed changes that will transform your health
Once you turn 30, things go downhill...fast. So says conventional wisdom, anyway. Science, however, says otherwise. With a few small changes, you can make a big difference to the way you feel.
Here’s how little exercise you need to actually make a real difference
New studies suggest just a few minutes of exercise a day can dramatically improve your health and longevity.
15 of the most mind-blowing photos taken this century (so far)
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Can you really absorb plastics and chemicals through your skin?
Tiny plastic particles may be found in almost every part of your body.
How does our immune system distinguish between good and bad bacteria?
Our immune system is smart, so smart that it has worked out a nifty trick for separating the good and bad bacteria.
20 ways to easily boost your health, according to 2024’s biggest studies
Major findings could help everything from ageing to allergies.
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The 8 science-backed secrets to a more restful night's sleep
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The oldest person in the world in 2025
Find out who the oldest person alive is and see who else has worn the crown.
How to catch a pathological liar in the act
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I'm a microplastics scientist. Here's how safe make-up really is
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4 simple ways to overcome imposter syndrome, explained by psychologists
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The end of sex? How human reproduction could soon change forever
New technologies could reimagine baby-making as we know it. But will they actually replace tried-and-tested (and enjoyable) methods?
You're (probably) cleaning your reusable water bottle wrong
A microbiologist explains what nasties may be lurking inside your water bottle.
Can I stop my period?
Menstruation isn’t just about blood.
Here’s what your body looks like under a really powerful microscope
These epic images could become a go-to guide for diagnosing and treating diseases.
Scientists may have finally solved a key weight loss mystery
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