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New Insights into Endometriosis and Sleep Research

Updated 2026-06-08 15:15 UTC 1 source Neutral

Two new studies reveal that endometriosis affects more than just the pelvis, linking it to cholesterol levels, inflammation, and a changed microbiome. Additionally, researchers have found that stimulating brain activity while awake could provide some benefits similar to sleep.

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New Scientist
Mice seemed to reap some of the benefits of sleep by having their brain activity stimulated while they were awake, and the researchers plan to test the approach on people
2026-06-08 11:38 UTC
New Scientist
Endometriosis is usually thought of as a gynaecological condition, but a huge study shows it has links with cholesterol levels, inflammation and an altered microbiome
2026-06-08 12:00 UTC
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