
What Is Thimerosal? Why Most Vaccines Don’t Contain Mercury Anymore
Thimerosal, which contains an organic compound of mercury, has been phased out as a preservative for vaccines. Here’s how we know it was safe to use

What Is Thimerosal? Why Most Vaccines Don’t Contain Mercury Anymore
Thimerosal, which contains an organic compound of mercury, has been phased out as a preservative for vaccines. Here’s how we know it was safe to use

See Vaccine Recommendations Backed by Science in These Handy Charts
These graphics will guide you through science-based vaccine guidelines for children and adults


Why Dairy Farmers Were Surprised by Bird Flu Cases in Their Herds
The bird flu was long known to poultry farmers. Here’s why the dairy industry was caught off guard by its jump to cattle.

How Bird Flu Became a Human Pandemic Threat
The first hints that a new strain of avian illness is emerging could be found on this beach on Delaware Bay, where migrating birds flock. Here’s what virus detectives who return there every year know right now.

Testosterone Therapy Is Booming. But Is It Actually Safe?
As more men turn to testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) for energy, mood and muscle, experts warn the risks are still not fully understood.

How Supreme Court Trans Health Care Ruling Will Affect Kids
The Supreme Court has decided to uphold a state ban on gender-affirming care for minors in U.S. v. Skrmetti

When Wildfire Smoke Arrived from Canada, Federal Safety Experts Were Gone
Health specialists were put on leave, and a report on how to protect 20 million workers from wildfire smoke has stalled

How to Grill Meat Safely—According to Science
Food microbiologists explain how to ensure different proteins, such as beef, chicken and pork, are prepared safely

Exercise Isn’t Just for Your Muscles—It’s Great for Your Gut, Too
We’ve all heard the saying “you are what you eat”—especially when it comes to gut health. But what if your workout matters just as much as your diet?

Flesh-Eating ‘Screwworm’ Parasites Are Headed to the U.S.
Screwworm parasites primarily infect livestock, but human cases have risen in Central America after the pests escaped containment

Hotter Nights, Brought on by Climate Change, Pose More Health Threats
When nights stay hot, more people die, many from cardiovascular problems. But there are simple methods you can use to stay cooler and healthier

The Truth about Testosterone
To boost mood and manliness, men are spending lots of money on the hormone testosterone—yet they may see trouble instead of benefits