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A healthcare professional explains an abdominal ultrasound to an older patient. Ultrasound is used to detect and monitor abdominal aortic aneurysms. BearFotos/Shutterstock

September 15, 2026

Abdominal aortic aneurysms can cause years of anxiety, even without symptoms

Ukachukwu Abaraogu, University of the West of Scotland and Chris Seenan, University of Stirling

Regular scans help clinicians monitor small aneurysms, but patients describe recurring fears and confusion about what they can safely do.

It’s uncertain how many people globally have ‘hourglass syndrome’. ADragan/ Shutterstock

July 31, 2023

Why it’s bad to always suck your stomach in

Adam Taylor, Lancaster University

‘Hourglass syndrome’ can cause changes in the appearance of the stomach – and may also affect other parts of the body.

Your genes determine the look of your navel. Mike Kemp/Tetra images via Getty Images

April 5, 2023

Innies, outies and omphalophobia: 7 navel‑gazing questions about belly buttons answered

Sarah Leupen, University of Maryland, Baltimore County

All mammals who get nutrients from their parent via a placenta before birth are left with a belly button. It’s a visual reminder of this original connection.

Working together to figure out where to eat. Cheyenne Montgomery/Moment via Getty Images

October 5, 2020

Some bees are born curious while others are more single‑minded – new research hints at how the hive picks which flowers to feast on

Chelsea Cook, Marquette University

New research suggests individual bees are born with one of two learning styles – either curious or focused. Their genetic tendency has implications for how the hive works together.

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