Endocrine system

The Overlooked (but Serious) Symptoms of Menopause

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The Overlooked (but Serious) Symptoms of Menopause

Photo: Stramp (Shutterstock) Generally speaking, menopause, which is defined as going a full 12 months without a period, can happen anytime ranging between the late 30s to late 50s, with the average age being 52. In the time period leading up to menopause, which is known as perimenopause, the body can go through a number … Read more

Insulin in a Tab? Scientists in Canada Are a Step Closer

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Insulin in a Tab? Scientists in Canada Are a Step Closer

An insulin pen.Photo: Sajjad Hussain/AFP (Getty Images) A team of scientists in Canada say they’re a major step closer to creating an easy-to-take oral insulin tablet. In new research, they found that rats dosed with their dissolvable tablet seem to absorb the insulin the same way they do when given a typical insulin shot. Should … Read more