Health
Do Men and Women Have Identical Brain Structure?
Lise Eliot’s argument fuels the fire of the sexual dimorphism debate, or the Darwinian idea that men and women are fundamentally different creatures who look and act uniquely because of their sex organs.
Cells Linked to dementia ‘Act Like Construction Crew’
Scientists investigated cells known as microglia, which are believed to play a role in the development of dementia.
The End of Autism? CRISPR Can Edit Out Autism Traits
A team of scientists think they might be able use CRISPR to edit out genes associated with autism.
Mother Shares Photo to Warn Against Playground Injury
She wants to see warning signs in playgrounds alerting parents to avoid the same mistake.
Best Children's Hospital in the U.S. Revealed
The list rates how well children's hospitals across the country deal with conditions from cancer to diabetes.
Where Men Grow Up Affects Testosterone Levels: Study
Low levels of testosterone can make men lethargic, affect their libido and cause erectile dysfunction.
Pregnant? Get These Shots
The Tdap vaccination protects babies from whooping cough, a potentially fatal infection for newborns.
Man Eats Bleach Instead of Headache Pill
Confused by his headache, the man reached for bleach instead of painkillers.
FDA Approves Drug Made From Marijuana
The drug, which contains CBD oil, could significantly improve the lives of child seizure sufferers who have rare forms of epilepsy.
Marijuana Addiction Increases, Teens Face Highest Risk
More people are increasingly addicted to marijuana as its average THC content climbs, public health officials warn.
Watch: Moment Police Dog Performs CPR on Officer
A dog named Poncho has been trained to carry out the life-saving technique.
Condition Feels Like Insects Crawling Under the Skin
Known as Morgellons by some, sufferers can resort to self-medication—including taking a razor to their skin.
Study: Gen Z Kids Have Better Self-Control Than Gen X
Technology could have helped children develop self-control, researchers evaluating the "marshmallow test" believe.
Body Positivity Promotes Unhealthy Habits, Study Says
Researchers blame plus-size representation for normalizing the unhealthy behaviors that lead to obesity.
Report: Toxic Chemicals Found in Tap Water
The study showed that the EPA’s advisory level of 70 parts per trillion is seven to 10 times higher than what is safe for human exposure.
Screen Time Doesn't Hurt Kids, Experts Say
The argument that screen time harms children's mental health lacks substantial evidence, experts say.
Police Killings Harm Black America's Mental Health
A study found recurring exposure to police killings led to a loss of self-worth, aggravated trauma and a fear and expectation of death among black Americans.
Body-Confidence-Boosting Trick Uncovered in Study
The simple exercise can be done at home.
Men’s Testes Have a 'Microbiome'
The inside of men’s testes have a unique microbiome.
Herpesvirus Linked to Alzheimers - so What Is It?
Scientists want to understand what might have come first: the virus or Alzheimer's?
Amount of Coffee That Could Protect Heart Revealed
Scientists investigated how caffeine affects the cells in the heart.
First Human Case of Mosquito-borne Keystone Virus
Scientists say the teenager is unlikely to be the only person to be infected with the virus.
Woman Drinks Dog Urine to Prevent Acne and Cancer
"And that's why I look so much better than y'all."
The Mistake People Make When Trying to Find a Passion
Mantras like “Find your passion” make pursuing interests sound too rigid and unattainable, according to psychologists at Stanford University.
Unfiltered 'Hot Dog Water' Sells For $38 at Festival
"There’s a fair bit of it that is too science-y for me… So the protein of the Hot Dog Water helps your body uptake the water content, and the sodium and all the things you’d need post-workout.”
Man Wins $18.4m in Damages over Cancelled HIV Test
A doctor cancelled Sean Stentiford's HIV test despite him being at high risk of contracting the virus. He later developed brain damage and was forced to quit his job as a lawyer.
Lump Moving Across Woman's Face Was Parasitic Worm
The mysterious lump crawled from her eye to her lip.
Hypnosis Can Ease Fear For Children With Cancer
"Hypnosis is inexpensive to deliver, and our research found that it was the technique that was most studied, and showed promise in reducing children’s anxiety."
More People Than Ever Before Identify As Bisexual
"The young people are thinking less of sexuality as sort of rigid and binary and more as on a continuum and as fluid.”
Coffee Is Healthy and Could Treat Diabetes
Drinking coffee could even make you a better team player.