Medicine

Millions suffer from ailments such as type 1 diabetes and lupus, in which the body attacks itself

The penicillin-producing Penicillium rubens originated in a moldy Illinois cantaloupe

The phenomenon triggers strong negative reactions to everyday sounds but might come from subconscious mirroring behavior

Standard remedies offer little relief for the itchy rash caused by the plant, but researchers have found promising clues in the immune system

A generation of new tests could lessen overuse of antibiotics

Shorter courses cause fewer side effects and breed fewer antibiotic-resistant “superbugs”

The assay could also help evaluate organ transplants and fetal genetic disorders

The U.S.’s top infectious disease specialist describes a new Biden administration program to develop and test antivirals—and what he’s most worried about as the nation reopens

A genomic revolution is poised to cure sickle cell and other genetic diseases

Developing pills that block the novel coronavirus has been challenging. A new Biden administration program aims to boost the effort

Studies suggest mixing vaccines provokes potent immune responses, but scientists want answers on real-world efficacy and rare side effects

mRNA vaccines are now in the limelight as a key tool for tackling COVID-19, but the technology was originally developed for other diseases, such as cancer, that researchers are now hoping to treat