Human body
Strange image shows man, 27 with rare, mysterious "elastic" skin syndrome
A doctor who saw the patient said he had never seen a condition like this before.
Weird drop in human body temperatures may have an explanation
Scientists have found a link between variations in gut microbiome and body temperature regulation in sepsis patients.
What happens to your body if you get lost in space?
Outside of a spacesuit, the human body is exposed to extreme temperatures, zero pressure and a vacuum that sucks the air out of your lungs.
Lake Mead Drowning Victim's 10-Year-Old Son Thought He Was Playing in Water
Tom Erndt says that he can now finally find closure for his father's death.
Decomposing Body Found Sitting in Chair in Remote California Town
A years-old corpse has been found in Wallace, California, and is unrecognizable due to decomposition.
'We Compost Human Bodies'
Some people come every day to visit during the 60-day process. There is a man who comes with two cups of coffee; one for himself and one for his partner.
Widow Upset by Organization's 'Educational' Use of Husband's Body
An organization that purchased a cadaver for what it said was educational purposes, used it for public dissection at an event where tickets were sold.
12 Mind-Blowing Facts About Your Body
The human body is incredibly complex, possibly more than you realized.
Woman Left Backpack With Human Remains in Dumpster: Police
Police had urged the public to reach out with information to help identify the woman, as she or someone else may require medical attention due to the incident.
Woman Painstakingly Collects Strands To Make a Wig Out of Her Own Hair
Liz Lele has been collecting hair for over a year, and has even started saving her eyelashes as well.
Oregon Is Third State to Legalize Turning Human Bodies to Soil After Death
In 2019, Washington became the first state to legalize the process, followed by Colorado.
Missing Idaho Girl's Body Found in Trash Bag in Grandmother's Car
Taryn Summers was reported missing from Emmett, Idaho, on April 12. Her body is believed to have been discovered last week outside her own home.
Dead Body With Multiple Stab Wounds Found Behind Texas Church
The victim was found with multiple stab wounds behind a church in east Harris County. His identity remains unknown.
Man's Body Found on Conveyor Belt at Texas Recycling Plant
The body was discovered at a facility in Creedmore, 15 miles south of Austin. Authorities are treating the discovery as a suspicious death.
Your Harsh Alarm Sound May Be the Reason Why You Feel Groggy After Waking
Sleep inertia is the reduction in alertness and cognition that people experience up to four hours after waking.
Humans Can Regrow Cartilage in Joints Using 'Salamander-like' Ability
The findings could provide the foundation for new approaches to repair joint tissues and possibly even entire human limbs.
Human Corpses Keep Moving for Over a Year After Death, Scientist Says
Research at an Australian "body farm" could have implications for future crime scene investigations.
FBI Finds Buckets of Heads and Other Body Parts in Raid: New Testimony
According to newly released testimony, the FBI discovered a "human chop shop" while raiding a Phoenix lab in 2014.
Finger Length Could Provide Clues to Your Sexuality
Research has suggested that there may be a link between pre-natal hormone levels and differences in finger length.
Scientists Discover New 'Micro-Organ'
The structure "remembers" past infections and helps the body mount a response.
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.
What Happens to the Human Body in Space?
Factors including microgravity and radiation make the space environment hostile for humans.
A Gene for Bad Breath
Knowing the reason why may bring some comfort to those who suffer.