The Biden administration is moving to revive mercury limits for coal-fired power plants. A scientist explains mercury’s…
A well-intentioned public health message has had serious negative impacts on the treatment of young people for depression.
Poop comes in many shapes, sizes and textures. The kind that’s too runny might be the result of wayward germs, Crohn’s…
Drug manufacturers often shun the use of placebos in clinical trials. But research suggests that placebos could play an…
Millions of sports-related concussions occur in the US every year. Many of them happen to high school and college athletes.
The risk from heat waves is about more than intensity – being able to cool off is essential, and that’s hard to find…
Some countries report higher rates of COVID-19 cases and deaths among men. This might be due to underreporting among women…
It almost sounds like a paradox, but pairing with the right person can help you grow as an individual as you blend your…
Havana syndrome has spread to government officials around the world and stumped doctors for years. Despite news of mysterious…
A growing body of research shows that nutrition, sleep, exercise and a host of other lifestyle choices can help optimize…
Energy drinks and coffee both contain lots of caffeine. That’s a problem for teens, especially those who take prescription…
Your body produces antibodies after an infection or vaccine, but these slowly decline over time. New Johnson & Johnson…
Fault lines between the FDA and CDC regulatory processes have been on full display in the decisions over which groups of…
Reduced brain volume in people who have experienced COVID-19 resembles brain changes typically seen in older adults. The…
While surveys have shown a large share of unvaccinated workers threatening to quit over a mandate, the reality is few actually…
The new global air quality guidelines are the World Health Organization’s first update since 2005. Scientists know far…
Current HIV criminal laws increase HIV stigma and discrimination against marginalized people – and negatively affect public…
Carrying a pregnancy to term is riskier than having an abortion, especially for non-Hispanic Black women.
Since the coronaviurs first began spreading around the globe, people have debated how effective masks are at preventing…
Only 3.7% of people in the U.S. with hearing difficulty own hearing aids. Thanks to a federal law in progress of being implemented,…