
When to Worry About a Mole
Learn who is at higher risk for melanoma and what features are more concerning for this aggressive type of skin cancer

When to Worry About a Mole
Learn who is at higher risk for melanoma and what features are more concerning for this aggressive type of skin cancer

Tats Off: Targeting the Immune System May Lead to Better Tattoo Removal
A discovery about the body's cellular waste system could help us erase unwanted ink


Human Ancestors Had the Same Dental Problems as Us--Even without Fizzy Drinks and Sweets
They probably experienced dental abrasion similar to what is found today from eating tough and surprisingly acidic fibrous foods

Why Do Antidepressants Cause Weight Gain?
Up to 25% of people who take antidepressants report significant weight gain. Is there anything you can do to fight back?

Young-Blood Transfusions Are on the Menu at Society Gala
“There’s no evidence in my mind that it’s going to work”

Osteoporosis: An Avoidable Crisis
Bone fractures are rife after age 50, so why aren’t we doing more to prevent them?

3 Ways to End Polio Once and for All
Last year there were only 22 reported cases—but until the disease is completely wiped out, there's a chance of a tragic resurgence

So, You Want Your Toddler to Grow Up to Win a Gold Medal
Research shows the danger of too much early training

Matching DNA to a Diet Does Not Work
The results come from a rigorous, $8 million study

Measuring the Magic of Healing
While researchers wrestle to define and capture “healing,” its power continues to mend hearts and souls—if not always bodies

Can Pesticides Affect Pregnancy?
A recent study suggests pesticides in produce may interfere with your chances of getting pregnant. Let's explore its findings

How Fast Can a Marathon Be Run?
Is there an absolute minimum time to run a marathon? Will humans ever break the 2 hour mark? What does it take to set a world record marathon time?