Diseases
A deadly ebola outbreak has now infected more than 10,000 people
Nearly 5,000 people have died since May, and the only vaccine trial targeting this strain just began last week.
Body
Scientists find little evidence that ergonomic office gear actually relieves pain
An expensive office chair or ergonomic keyboard might seem like the answer to workplace pain. But a major review of 20 studies suggests these popular fixes may offer far less relief than expected.
Diseases
New blood test detected lung cancer recurrence nearly 17 months before scans
Scientists are testing a simple blood draw that may spot cancer cells rebuilding long before any scanner picks them up.
Diseases
New study reveals why sugar could be more dangerous for some men
A new mouse study points to a hidden chain of events in the gut that may leave some men's livers more exposed to everyday sugar.
Tips for a Long Life
Scientists discover a village where women are three times more likely to reach 100
In the village outside the blue zone, women aged 70 have a roughly 1 in 7 chance of reaching 100.
Diseases
A deadly ebola outbreak has now infected more than 10,000 people
Nearly 5,000 people have died since May, and the only vaccine trial targeting this strain just began last week.
Body
Scientists find little evidence that ergonomic office gear actually relieves pain
An expensive office chair or ergonomic keyboard might seem like the answer to workplace pain. But a major review of 20 studies suggests these popular fixes may offer far less relief than expected.
Diseases
New blood test detected lung cancer recurrence nearly 17 months before scans
Scientists are testing a simple blood draw that may spot cancer cells rebuilding long before any scanner picks them up.
Diseases
New study reveals why sugar could be more dangerous for some men
A new mouse study points to a hidden chain of events in the gut that may leave some men's livers more exposed to everyday sugar.
Study: Financial struggles can make you sick
Money worries don’t just weigh on your mind. Research shows they can harm your body too.
Dietitians recommend tart cherry juice for a better night’s sleep
Struggling to sleep? Dietitians swear by this one natural bedtime drink.
Scientists investigate whether Ozempic could influence fertility
Scientists are investigating whether popular weight-loss drugs like Ozempic could influence fertility or interfere with birth control.
10 dietitians agree: Protein is the secret to a better lunch
Breakfast often gets all the credit, but lunch plays an equally important role in keeping energy and focus steady throughout the day.
New research shows common medications can alter gut bacteria for years
A new study shows that several commonly prescribed medications may disrupt gut bacteria in ways that can persist for years after treatment ends.
The Japanese eating habit that keeps you fit without dieting
Many of Japan’s longest-living people share a simple habit called hara hachi bu which is the practice of eating until you’re about 80 % full.