puberty
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Because the organ gradually shrinks after puberty and produces fewer new T cells over time, many scientists assumed it played only a limited role in adult health.
From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 2026
It resulted in her being born without a uterus and with only one kidney, but she had still gone through puberty and the associated hormonal changes.
From BBC • May 3, 2026
The executive order and Kennedy declaration both define gender-affirming care as the use of puberty blockers, hormone treatment, and surgery.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026
The first original movies Pixar made under Docter included “Luca,” about a shy Italian boy who’s secretly a sea creature, and “Turning Red,” about a Chinese-Canadian girl who transforms into a giant panda during puberty.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 7, 2026
“Once you go through puberty, you will no longer be able to see us or interact with us in this fashion. Devin is also a human, like you.”
From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young
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