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Pregnancy After 'Tubes Tied' Sterilization Is More Common Than Thought

Pregnancy after tubal ligation is more common than previously thought, with 3-5% of U.S. women experiencing unplanned pregnancies post-procedure, suggesting it's less effective than other birth control methods.
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How Do Bats Thrive With Blood Sugar Levels That Would Kill Humans?

Bats can survive with high blood sugar levels lethal to humans, offering insights into diabetes treatment. They've evolved strategies based on diet, with fruit bats lowering blood sugar via insulin and nectar bats tolerating high levels without insulin dependence.
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Too Much Time Watching Screens in 20s Raises Heart Attack Risk

Spending excessive time on screens in early 20s increases heart attack risk, according to a 30-year study of 4,000 young adults. Each additional hour of TV watching at 23 years old raised the odds of heart disease by 26% and heart attacks/strokes by 16%. Screen time habits in young adulthood influence future health risks.
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