Diseases
That mysterious China virus? It’s reached Washington
Authorities have been caught off guard by the spreading of a pneumonia-like virus from China into the US.
China releases draft genome of new pneumonia outbreak virus
The international community has issued preliminary guidance to help countries prepare for new cases of the outbreak.
Did a study claim there’s no link between eggs and cholesterol? It might be biased
Studies funded by the egg industry downplay negative results
Famous Harvard scientist creates dating app that matches for genetic compatibility
Swipe right on eugenics.
Most anti-vaccine ads you see on Facebook are paid by just two organizations
Facebook's recent policy changes makes it harder for legitimate pro-vaccine sources to publish ads while anti-vaccine groups bend the rules.
The CDC started a vaping panic — now they think they found the culprit, and it’s not legal e-cigarettes
The culprit is a substance called Vitamin E acetate, and it can be traced back to counterfeit e-cigs.
Europe sees first cases of Zika, as experts warn over climate change effects
More cases could emerge as temperatures grow
China approves world’s first Alzheimer’s drug in 20 years
The research began in 1997 thanks to a unique sugas in seaweed
Spider-inspired double-sided tape could leave stitches in the past
Researchers took inspiration on spiders for this new solution
E. coli superbugs linked to poor hygiene and not contaminated food
E. coli may cause food poisoning, urinary tract infections, or intestinal infections.
New flame retardants are as toxic as the ones they intended to replace
They can lead to serious health harms in kids and adults
Mice heavily exposed to e-cig vapor develop lung cancer
The findings suggest that vaping might cause lung cancer.
Air pollution can increase violent crime rates, study finds
Particle matter and other noxious fumes might make people more aggressive.
Electric nose sniffs cancer patient’s breath to find the best treatment
The eNose can inform doctors whether or not immunotherapy is the right course of action.
Gene-editing experiment makes mice immune to the common cold. Could humans be next?
In the future, a drug that mimics this genetic effect could finally cure the common cold.
How long can you go without sleep? Key facts
Sleep deprivation can cause serious health problems over extended periods of time. Here's what you need to know.
Is glyphosate safe? A close look at Roundup’s key ingredient
Glyphosate has taken center stage recently in terms of discussions regarding public health and safety.
Cigarette consumption in decline in the UK, showing tobacco tax works
Fewer people are addicted to tobacco in the UK than ever.
Researchers work on a color-change urine test for cancer
So far, the test has been shown to work in mice
UK, Greece, Czech Republic, Albania — no longer measles-free
The resurgence of a preventable disease.
