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The indelible harm caused by conversion therapy
| Jules MontagueStephen Nestor Ostrowski
With first-hand evidence from two powerful testimonies, neurologist Jules Montague explores the destructive history of conversion therapy, a punitive treatment designed to ‘cure’ people of homosexuality.
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Mark O’Connell’s prescription for writing
| Jennifer Trent Staves
The Wellcome Book Prize shortlisted author of ‘To Be a Machine’ answers five questions on health, inspiration and storytelling.
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Black pepper to fuel fiery fights and cure haemorrhoids
| Alice White
This common condiment was once very valuable and, until surprisingly recently, used as a versatile medicine.
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The metamorphosis of masturbation
| Dr Kate Lister
Throughout history, medics and campaigners have tried to stamp out masturbation – but is modern science transforming its reputation?
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The castration effect
| Gavin FrancisBenjamin Gilbert
Discover how testosterone – or the lack of it – affects the male body, from eunuch slaves to castrato singers, and on to hormone reduction in modern prostate cancer treatment.