Health
The Nerve Pain Med That's Overprescribed to Refugees
The problems with the drug are just one sign of a system that is straining to help displaced Syrians.
How (and Why) to Make Latkes for Hanukkah
From latke waffles to zucchini fritters—and the origins of this tradition—we've got you covered.
Medical Breakthrough for Huntington's Disease
Early-stage trials showed many encouraging signs.
Potatoes May Be The Key To World Peace
The potato allowed farmers to grow more on less land, therefore making land less valuable and less likely to be fought over.
Cheaper Generic Version of Viagra Is Coming Soon
It'll be available starting Monday.
What Happens When You Breathe In Wildfire Smoke?
Older people and children are especially at risk.
A Gut-Brain Link in Injured Mice?
Brain injury led to clear changes in the mice's colons.
Flu Cases Are Higher Than Usual, CDC Says
Cases are especially high in some southern states.
Improve Brain Function by Playing Super Mario 64
The popular game may help improve memory.
Why a Boy Who 'Should' Be Blind Can See
The 7-year-old boy can still play soccer and video games.
Gwyneth Paltrow and Goop Come Under Fire Once Again
This isn't the first time Goop has disseminated questionable information.
Why You Shouldn't Pop a Pimple With a Woodworking Blade
The resulting infection looks pretty gruesome.
How the Brain Keeps Time
The way the brain makes up time is not what you might think.
Baby Born With Half A Heart Gets Second Chance At Life
He suffers from a rare condition called hypoplastic left heart syndrome.
FDA Approves New Drug To Help Fight Opioid Crisis
The drug is a new form of buprenorphine.
First Uterus-Transplant Baby Born in U.S.
American medicine has made a breakthrough, and a woman who thought she'd never get pregnant has given birth.
Mysterious, Rare Illness Linked To Smoking Weed
Some hospitals in California and Colorado see patients daily who have symptoms of the marijuana-associated condition.
The Ethics of Posthumous Sperm Retrieval
An ongoing case in Israel touches on a decades-old global debate.
Brace Yourself for a Miserable Flu Season
Australia's severe flu season may shed light on what's in store for the U.S.
Utah Hit by National Hepatitis Outbreak
There have been 87 outbreak-associated cases reported in Utah.
Staffers Question Trump's Mental Health, Writer Says
The president's former ghostwriter said he's learned of White House staffers' concerns over Trump.
What Is Ayahuasca? Ancient Psychedelic Has New Benefits
Scientists would research it even more if the law would let them.
Is Caring About Other People Linked to Depression?
But don't be mean instead.
Scarlet Fever Is on the Rise, but No One Knows Why
There was a threefold increase in the number of scarlet fever cases in 2014 compared to a year earlier.
Man Who Ate 260 Coins, 100 Nails Had Stomach Pain
He may have been swallowing the objects during an episode of depression.
Exercise Can Make Children Smarter, Scientists Say
A study in Spain found that obese and overweight children put on an exercise regimen had greater gray matter and higher test scores
Chinese President Wants to 'Revolutionize' Toilets
Over the past few years, China has upgraded restrooms at tourist sites, where many foreigners have been put off by the dirty conditions and pit toilets.
Rare Condition Causes Girl's Heart To Beat Outside Body
Russia native suffers from what's called "Pentalogy of Cantrell."
Big Tobacco Forced to Admit Smoking Dangers
Major tobacco companies are beginning to put out government-mandated warnings about the addictive and deadly nature of their products.
Americans Flocking To Obamacare Sign-Up Site
President Donald Trump has vowed to repeal and replace Obamacare, but in the meantime, enrollment is brisk.