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.
Researchers identify natural foods that support healthy bowel function
A 14-year study from King’s College London has found that simple dietary choices, including eating kiwifruit, can naturally improve gut movement and overall digestive health.
New study: Blood test reveals how fast your organs are aging
A new scientific breakthrough may soon let doctors measure how old your organs truly are using just a single test.
Major study finds gender gap in exercise’s heart benefits
A new study suggests women might achieve the same heart-health benefits as men with far less exercise.
New study finds no link between Covid-19 vaccines and long-term symptoms
Headache, fatigue, and muscle pain are common complaints after vaccination. But are these symptoms truly caused by the vaccine, or are other factors involved?
Why sighing is essential for both body and mind
Sighing is often seen as a sign of emotion, but science suggests it plays a deeper role in how our bodies work.
Scientists confirm: Oral hygiene plays a key role in heart disease prevention
Scientists are increasingly finding that what happens inside your mouth could have surprising effects on your heart.