Health
Gas Stations' Toxic Fumes 10 Times Higher Than Thought
Long-term benzene exposure can lead to multiple health conditions, including leukemia.
Sunscreen May Be Bad for Your Health, Study Finds
Ingredients in sunscreen were linked to fertility problems in fish, sparking concerns that they could also harm humans.
Diet Linked to African-American High Blood Pressure
The DASH diet, meanwhile, is believed to cut rates of high blood pressure.
Why Do Siberian Huskies Have Blue Eyes?
Scientists studied the DNA of thousands of dogs to find the answer.
Human Limbs Stockpiled by Disposal Company
The British government had to hold an emergency meeting to discuss the crisis.
Medical Mystery of Rare Form of Dwarfism Finally Solved
Only 14 people in the world have Saul-Wilson syndrome.
Smallpox: How We Beat the Deadliest Disease in History
The smallpox apocalypse is unparalleled in history—it killed an estimated 300 million to 500 million people in the 20th century alone.
Is Apple Cider Vinegar Good for You?
Historically, vinegar has been used for the treatment of many ailments.
Aggressive Mosquito Species Explodes Across Long Beach
Asian Tiger Mosquito and the Yellow Fever Mosquito can carry the Zika and Dengue viruses.
Component Found in Fruits and Vegetables May Slow Aging
In a mouse study, their life and health span extended by 10 percent.
A Beer a Day Linked to Increased Risk of Death
Researchers have warned that current drinking guidelines could put a person's health at risk.
Five Things About Psychopaths You Didn't Know
You can hurt a psychopath's feelings—just not in the way you would a normal person.
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50 Healthy Foods That Are Secretly Unhealthy
We’ve all been there. You think you’re eating something healthy. You run to Costco and buy a ton of it. Seconds, even thirds, of a particular food is fine, it’s healthy, right? Wrong.
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50 Facts About the Human Body You Probably Didn't Know
Understanding your body and the benefits of good health are vital for thriving communities.
Australia Set to Wipe Out Cervical Cancer in 20 Years
Scientists have attributed the promising trend to national vaccination and screening programs.
Man's Vision Turns Red from Erectile Dysfunction Drug
The man ingested far more than the recommended dose.
Yemen Cholera Outbreak Sees 10,000 Cases Per Week
Over 185,000 suspected cases were reported in September.
More Than One-Third of Adults Consume Fast Food
The CDC report also found the higher the income, the higher the percentage of adults consume fast food.
MDMA Could Reduce Social Anxiety in Adults With Autism
MDMA-assisted psychotherapy has previously shown promise in the treatment of a variety of conditions ranging from post-traumatic stress disorder to depression and alcohol addiction.
Study Reveals Risk of Dementia, Parkinson's and Stroke
Evidence suggests that following a healthy lifestyle could lower the risk of developing these conditions.
Ex Playboy Model 'Treating' Brain Cancer With Cannabis
Kerri Parker says cannabis helped with her previous tumor, but experts say it has no anti-cancer properties.
Artificial Sweeteners Could Be Toxic to Gut Bacteria
"They are found in most foods, and many consume this added ingredient without their knowledge."
Huckabee Sanders: Ford Testimony 'Compelling' But False
White House Press Secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders said that Dr. Christine Blasey Ford's testimony was "compelling" but not "fact-based information."
Billions of Huge Mosquitoes Unleashed by Florence
The flying pests can be three times larger than the average mosquito, causing some residents to mistake them for wasps.