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New Medical Breakthroughs and Health Concerns
Scientists have developed a workout patch that mimics the benefits of exercise without physical exertion. Additionally, a new shingles vaccine has been linked to lower heart disease risk, according to recent studies.
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New Scientist
Injecting muscle cells beneath the skin of mice led to a patch of self-contracting cells that boosted their muscle mass, bone density and even markers of good brain, immune and liver function
2026-08-26 09:00 UTC
STAT News
Oxford researchers call shingles shot first vaccine protecting both heart and brain. Lower heart disease risk follows study showing reduced dementia risk.
2026-08-26 09:00 UTC
KFF Health News
Stephanie Halver’s doctor recommended she get a breast MRI, partly because of her family’s cancer history. Her insurer approved the scan, but unlike mammograms, breast MRIs aren’t universally covered as zero-cost preventive care.
2026-08-26 09:00 UTC