A woman's 'push‑up hack' is trending on social media. An anatomist explains why it works
Push-ups can be a challenge for the best of us. But many women struggle to do them, even after months of training in the gym.
Apr 7, 2026
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Ovarian cancer alters the abdominal cavity to aid tumor spread, study reveals
Ovarian cancer often goes undetected for a long time. In seven out of 10 patients, the tumor has already formed secondary tumors in the abdominal cavity at the time of diagnosis. These metastases are particularly common in ...
Jan 5, 2026
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Scientists find the genetic clues that let humans walk on two legs
Two small changes in human DNA may have played a big role in helping our ancestors walk upright, researchers say.
Nov 2, 2025
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The science behind a freediver's 29-minute breath hold world record
Most of us can hold our breath for between 30 and 90 seconds.
Sep 4, 2025
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Scrolling on the toilet increases your risk of hemorrhoids, new study shows
Many of us are guilty of scrolling our smartphones on the toilet. But a new study from the United States, published today, has found this habit may increase your risk of developing hemorrhoids by up to 46%.
Sep 4, 2025
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Pelvic floor training can help active women avoid exercise-related symptoms
Are you a woman who exercises regularly? If so, here's a vital question: do you train your pelvic floor muscles as part of your routine?
Jul 24, 2025
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Pelvic floor dysfunction: What every woman should know
Did you know that around one in two women in the UK will experience symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction at some point in their lives? And for women who engage in high-intensity exercise, that figure rises to 63%.
Jun 16, 2025
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Experts explain how to strengthen your pelvic floor
Pelvic floor health is crucial for overall well-being but is often overlooked. Ryenn Sanger, NP and Marc Eigg, MD, experts in pelvic conditions at the University of Rochester Medical Center, explain how to strengthen pelvic ...
May 28, 2025
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Surgical approach has 'significant impact' on treatment of Crohn's disease
A surgical approach pioneered in Ireland could have a global impact on the treatment of Crohn's disease.
Feb 18, 2025
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Beyond birth statistics: Why measuring cesarean rates misses the mark
The Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI) has updated its interactive tool, "Your Health System," which reviews health-care data across all provinces and makes recommendations for the delivery of services, such ...
Dec 26, 2024
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