Fitness

In patients with severe eczema, Staphylococcus aureus strains dominated the skin microbe population—suggesting that certain types of bacteria could worsen eczema flares. Christopher Intagliata reports. 

Researchers have identified a mutation in some people who suffer from delayed sleep phase disorder, which interferes with their circadian clocks

A journalist exploring psychedelics’ therapeutic potential participates in a ceremony of the Native American Church

The term “effective” doesn’t have a precise definition—and that can be a problem

Surgery that shortens intestines gets rid of the illness, and new evidence shows the gut—not simply insulin—may be responsible

Although certain bacteria help treat some gut disorders, they have no known benefits for healthy people

Some celebrities take such therapies, claiming health benefits

A new film explores the dawning age of technologically augmented humanity

A newly published study shows that corn oil reduces cholesterol much more effectively than extra virgin olive oil. But before you make a switch, there are some other factors to consider

Researchers are studying the way twins smell for clues about the genetic basis of insect appeal

New understanding may help reveal some causes of miscarriage

The "other victims" of the opioid epidemic are pain patients who need the drugs but cannot now get them because of fears related to their use