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In this issue
DR MICHELLE GRIFFIN - Fibroids affect a significant number of women, but are widely underdiagnosed.
REALITY CHECK - The science behind the headlines: Why do so many New Year’s
resolutions fail? And how much exercise do you really need to do?
EYE OPENER
Though this might not be what you see on a typical Valentine's Day card, it is what the human heart actually looks like.
![EYE OPENER EYE OPENER](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/8834/1968785/BMPDyQbaZ1738223339144/EYE-OPENER.jpg)
2 mins
Your skin has its own immune system
New, needle-free vaccines could target the skin directly
![Your skin has its own immune system Your skin has its own immune system](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/8834/1968785/wCMT-tiOG1738224434731/YOUR-SKIN-HAS-ITS-OWN-IMMUNE-SYSTEM.jpg)
4 mins
Scientists make major quantum teleportation breakthrough
\"Nobody thought it was possible,\" say the researchers
![Scientists make major quantum teleportation breakthrough Scientists make major quantum teleportation breakthrough](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/8834/1968785/PfIbX4I771738225275393/SCIENTISTS-MAKE-MAJOR-QUANTUM-TELEPORTATION-BREAKTHROUGH.jpg)
2 mins
'Extreme' solar radiation storm could hit Earth
Sun-like stars may have tantrums far more frequently than we thought
!['Extreme' solar radiation storm could hit Earth 'Extreme' solar radiation storm could hit Earth](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/8834/1968785/82EIv0WTy1738231808369/EXTREME-SOLAR-RADIATION-STORM-COULD-HIT-EARTH.jpg)
1 min
Scientists discover when humans and dogs became friends
The relationship spans thousands of years, but experts might have pinpointed the first connection
![Scientists discover when humans and dogs became friends Scientists discover when humans and dogs became friends](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/8834/1968785/sfqectPwj1738231883256/SCIENTISTS-DISCOVER-WHEN-HUMANS-AND-DOGS-BECAME-FRIENDS.jpg)
1 min
Why it's so hard to kick a gambling addiction
We now know that gambling can be as addictive as drugs, but there are factors that can make it even harder to quit
![Why it's so hard to kick a gambling addiction Why it's so hard to kick a gambling addiction](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/8834/1968785/JPMpIFzhn1738231954439/WHY-ITS-SO-HARD-TO-KICK-A-GAMBLING-ADDICTION.jpg)
3 mins
Neutrinos are getting in the way of dark matter detection
These troublesome particles are difficult to detect, but they're starting to show up in places where they're not wanted
![Neutrinos are getting in the way of dark matter detection Neutrinos are getting in the way of dark matter detection](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/8834/1968785/3ShbowbaR1738232122749/NEUTRINOS-ARE-GETTING-IN-THE-WAY-OF-DARK-MATTER-DETECTION.jpg)
3 mins
Why do so many New Year's resolutions fail?
Establishing positive new habits is hard at any time of year. But there are ways to stop your attempts ending in failure
![Why do so many New Year's resolutions fail? Why do so many New Year's resolutions fail?](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/8834/1968785/uj_ESplTt1738232259307/WHY-DO-SO-MANY-NEW-YEARS-RESOLUTIONS-FAIL.jpg)
5 mins
UNCORKED POTENTIAL
How much good can ditching drink for a month really do? Answer: a whole lot. In fact, science shows even short-term abstinence could unlock a cocktail of lasting benefits
![UNCORKED POTENTIAL UNCORKED POTENTIAL](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/8834/1968785/yWxsO-ni11738232433240/UNCORKED-POTENTIAL.jpg)
8 mins
NOW YOU SEE ME, NOW YOU DON'T
Scientists around the world are working on ways to hide us from sight. But how close are we to developing tech that could make us invisible?
![NOW YOU SEE ME, NOW YOU DON'T NOW YOU SEE ME, NOW YOU DON'T](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/8834/1968785/HXWfF1kUm1738232916388/NOW-YOU-SEE-ME-NOW-YOU-DONT.jpg)
7 mins
BUILD A BETTER HOME
BRITAIN'S NEW BUILDING REGULATIONS ARE INTENDED TO FUTURE-PROOF THE COUNTRY'S NEW HOUSING STOCK. BUT WHAT CAN WE DO TO MAKE THE NATION'S EXISTING HOUSING MORE EFFICIENT, MORE ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY AND BETTER TO LIVE IN? by
![BUILD A BETTER HOME BUILD A BETTER HOME](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/8834/1968785/2Kc-1vo9T1738233972168/BUILD-A-BETTER-HOME.jpg)
10 mins
How much could Ozempic change our world?
The weight-loss drug has made headlines and broken sales records, but what does it mean for our future?
![How much could Ozempic change our world? How much could Ozempic change our world?](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/8834/1968785/-1YYICcRT1738233698650/HOW-MUCH-COULD-OZEMPIC-CHANGE-OUR-WORLD.jpg)
5 mins
HOW CAN I BANISH THE JANUARY BLUES?
Dark mornings, long chilly evenings and short days; many people find January tough.
![HOW CAN I BANISH THE JANUARY BLUES? HOW CAN I BANISH THE JANUARY BLUES?](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/8834/1968785/hveFJjXsQ1738233573124/HOW-CAN-I-BANISH-THE-JANUARY-BLUES.jpg)
2 mins
WHY DOES DRINKING ALCOHOL MAKE IT SO MUCH HARDER TO LOSE WEIGHT?
While enjoying the occasional glass of wine or pint of beer may seem harmless, regular or excessive alcohol consumption can significantly hinder your weight-loss journey for a few reasons:
![WHY DOES DRINKING ALCOHOL MAKE IT SO MUCH HARDER TO LOSE WEIGHT? WHY DOES DRINKING ALCOHOL MAKE IT SO MUCH HARDER TO LOSE WEIGHT?](https://reseuro.magzter.com/100x125/articles/8834/1968785/Ij5sFDf1i1738233454950/WHY-DOES-DRINKING-ALCOHOL-MAKE-IT-SO-MUCH-HARDER-TO-LOSE-WEIGHT.jpg)
2 mins
BBC Science Focus Magazine Description:
Publisher: Our Media Ltd
Category: Science
Language: English
Frequency: Monthly
BBC Focus Magazine is the magazine of popular science and technology that explains the wonders of the Universe through stunning photography and accessible articles. Contributors include the very best writers and science experts, with columns every issue from renowned science writer Robert Matthews, TV presenter and scientist Helen Czerski, and science fiction author Stephen Baxter. From archaeology to neuroscience, climate change and particle physics, BBC Focus Magazine keeps you up to speed with the cutting-edge science and gadgets that will change our world.
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