While the concentrations are low, the chemicals are potentially dangerous and some are linked to cancer risk, the researchers found. View original article Contributor: Elena Shao
With Roe v. Wade overturned, states banning abortion are looking to prevent the distribution of abortion medication. Brazil shows the possible consequences. View original article Contributor: Stephanie Nolen
After the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced last week that it would order e-cigarette giant Juul Labs to stop selling its products in the U.S., my inbox flooded with emails from public-health groups applauding the decision. The CEO of the American Lung Association called it “long overdue and most welcome.” The CEO of … Read more
(London) — The World Health Organization (WHO) said the escalating monkeypox outbreak in more than 50 countries should be closely monitored but does not warrant being declared a global health emergency. In a statement Saturday, a WHO emergency committee said many aspects of the outbreak were “unusual” and acknowledged that monkeypox—which is endemic in some … Read more
Exercise, good posture and talk therapy can all be excellent treatments. View original article Contributor: Hallie Levine
Researchers found concerning gaps in research related to three of the most important ailments: cardiovascular disease, psychiatric disorders and cancer. View original article Contributor: Erin Blakemore
A new generation of scientists is growing up with CRISPR technology. Here’s how some high school students learn to edit genes. View original article Contributor: Eleanor Lutz
What do infectious diseases, T-cells, tomatoes, heart failure, sickle cell anemia and sorghum harvests have in common? View original article Contributor: Oliver Whang
The gene-editing technology has led to innovations in medicine, evolution and agriculture — and raised profound ethical questions about altering human DNA. View original article Contributor: Carl Zimmer
As Summer approaches, we look forward to travelling, taking holidays, attending events and enjoying more time outdoors. There are some simple things we can all do to stay safe throughout summer and to keep illness at bay as we enjoy the longer days and better weather. COVID-19 COVID-19 has not gone away, we are all … Read more