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A Brain Pacemaker Relieved Her Crippling Depression
Wired UpNeuroscientists found a way to purge persistent suicidal thoughts in one patient. It could open up relief for millions who suffer from treatment-resistant depression.

Endurance Athletes Know Recovery Is as Crucial as Prep
BOUNCING BACKCarbs, protein and lots of sleep are key to letting the body rebuild after marathon sporting events.

Can Athletes Increase Endurance By Training Their Brains?
MIND-BODY CONNECTIONScience indicates that the key to peak physical performance is in your head.

The Secret Behind Superhuman Feats of Endurance
HIGHER, FASTER, HARDERBrigid Kosgei and Eliud Kipchoge’s record-breaking runs pushed the limits of what humans can achieve—but here’s how regular athletes can also increase their endurance over time.

Why Are Docs Still Prescribing These Dangerous Antibiotics?
FLOXXEDThe FDA has warned consumers about fluoroquinolones like Cipro and Levaquin for more than a decade—but they’re still one of the most prescribed outpatient drugs in the U.S.

Freezing Your Sperm Is More Popular Than Ever
SWIMMIES ON ICEAs men—and trans women—look to preserve their future fertility via cryopreservation, startups are rushing to provide DIY sperm samples at home.

Whatever Happened to Mad Cow Disease?
COW-TAILINGIt’s not likely to hit the U.S.—but it could happen.

Can Nicorette Really Help Smokers Quit?
SMOKE AND MIRRORSThe FDA is moving to reduce nicotine in tobacco products to curb smoking. What does that mean for nicotine replacement therapies like Nicorette?

How Did Stephen Hawking Survive ALS for Decades?
MYSTERY‘The honest answer is, we don’t have a clue.’

Trump’s Male Pattern Baldness Drug—Demystified
JUST FOR MENFinasteride, first used to treat prostate enlargement, has become the president’s choice to combat hair loss.
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