Distressed patients are more and more frequently making the same panicked demand of Dr. David Beuther, a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health, as Front Range air bakes into choking stew of ozone and wildfire smoke. “Where...
With eight Olympic medals and 30 World Championship medals under her belt — and potentially more to come soon — U.S. gymnast Simone Biles is considered one of the greatest gymnasts of all time. So what's the science...
All of a sudden, it feels like everyone is obsessed with dates: the brown, shriveled fruits from tropical date palm trees that resemble large raisins. Dates are the subject of countless, gushing social-media posts proclaiming that...
NEW YORK — Tongue-tie—a condition in infants that can affect breastfeeding—may be overdiagnosed in the U.S. and too often treated with unnecessary surgery, a prominent doctors' group said Monday.The American Academy of Pediatrics...
A parasite called Toxoplasma gondii lurks inside 1 in 3 people worldwide, hiding out in the brain and other organs. Now, scientists have hijacked this microorganism to shuttle drugs into the brain — although they've yet to test...
A nutrient-rich diet with few added sugars may slow rates of biological aging in women, new research suggests.In a new study, published Monday (July 29) in the journal JAMA Network Open, scientists found that middle-aged women who...
At the turn of the 21st century, the prevalence of autism spectrum disorder among American children was roughly 1 in 150. That’s according to data collected by the Autism and Developmental Disabilities Monitoring Network of the U.S....
PHOENIX — As much of the world swelters, it's not just people who need help with the dog days of summer. Pet owners have to consider how to both shield and cool down furry family members as intense—at times deadly—heat waves...
Brushing your teeth is important for keeping your mouth clean, preventing cavities and avoiding noxious breath. Flossing is equally important for many of the same reasons — but should you floss before or after brushing?The official...
"Look for the gap!" "Move into space!" "Who's free?"Sound familiar?From the sidelines to the field, court or pitch, no matter the team sport, looking for relevant information in the playing environment can be as important as any other...
A new study from the National Institutes of Health shows a jump in both hospital-acquired infections and resistance to the antibiotics used to treat them. The findings are based on data gathered at 120 U.S. hospitals from January 2018...
Shenzhen is not only famous for its amusement parks, skyscrapers, and burgeoning culinary scene but also more. Whether you find yourself in Shenzhen on Business or leisure, don’t leave without dipping your toes in its soulful...
GSK Plc’s shingles vaccine was linked to a longer delay in dementia onset than a comPeting shot, a finding that suggests superior protective powers against one of the world’s most threatening conditions.People who received the...
Following a vegan diet for a couple months may slow aging, new research hints.However, these findings shouldn't be overhyped, experts cautioned, in part due to limitations in how the study was conducted.In a small clinical trial that...
CAPE TOWN, South Africa — Twice-yearly shots used to treat AIDS were 100% effective in preventing new infections in women, according to study results published Wednesday.There were no infections in the young women and girls that...
The world was in awe when British strongman Eddie Hall deadlifted 1,102 pounds (500 kilograms) at the World Deadlift Championships in 2016. Hall was the first person to break the half-ton barrier — and then, in 2020, Icelandic...
Has an optical illusion ever prompted you to see colors that weren't actually there? Or have you wondered why the infamous photo of "the dress" was perceived as white and gold by some but blue and black by others?In essence, how can...
Sports offer a variety of benefits, from lowering stress and boosting self-esteem to improving heart and bone health. But they can also pose risks. In extreme cases, elite athletes complete seemingly death-defying stunts at major...
The 2024 Summer Olympics have just kicked off in Paris. You may be rooting for your favorite elite athletes, hoping to witness them shatter records. But as performances improve and records get increasingly harder to surpass, will...
2023 was the hottest summer in the past 2,000 years, and summer 2024 is looking to be just as intense. As summer peaks, freshwater lakes and pools all over the United States will likely be filled with people trying to cool off. But...
Water is life. But it can also be the vehicle for bacteria, parasites and other microorganisms that can make people very, very sick. Unfortunately, researchers expect waterborne illnesses to become more likely in a warming climate,...
