President Donald Trump has nicknamed himself “the fertilization president,” but six months after he formally pledged to expand access to in vitro fertilization, the White House has yet to issue a policy to that end

A proof-of-concept study finds that donated insulin-producing cells can be genetically modified to avoid provoking the recipient's immune system.

500 years later, scientists have solved Leonardo da Vinci's human heart mystery. He sketched intricate muscular structures half a millennium ago.

Feeling fuzzy? Nutrition experts say leafy greens, berries, fish, mushrooms and walnuts may prevent brain fog and keep your brain clear and sharp.

Researchers at the University of Adelaide have developed a sunlight-activated material that can degrade per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in water, breaking down the pollutant into harmless components, including fluoride. The work is published in the…

In medicine and biotechnology, the ability to evolve proteins with new or improved functions is crucial, but current methods are often slow and laborious. Now, Scripps Research scientists have developed a synthetic biology platform that accelerates evolution …

New research reveals that updated colorectal cancer screening among younger Americans has led to significant increases in local-stage tumor detection and dia...

Researchers have suspected for some time that the link between our gut and brain plays a role in the onset of Parkinson's disease.

Humanoid robots, robots with a human-like body structure, have so far been primarily tested on manual tasks that entail supporting humans in their daily activities, such as carrying objects, collecting samples in hazardous environments, supporting older adult…

The body quickly begins to experience changes when you cut out sugar from the diet

Vaccine was so effective the disease was considered eliminated in the U.S., but resurgence of outbreaks spurs need for drugs

Over the last five years, nearly $90 million has gone to state committees that review maternal deaths and identify their causes. Advocates say cuts to the program would be “devastating.”

This neglected tropical disease is no longer confined to the tropics. It’s here, in the United States, spreading silently in wildlife.

The human brain tends to slow down as we age — even healthy brains shrink. That can make learning and memory harder as people age. But some people’s brains shrink more slowly than their peers. This lucky group is called “SuperAgers.” They’re people aged 80 or…

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Over the past two centuries, vaccines have been critical for preventing infectious diseases.

For those in Connecticut Heights, the District vowed to stop the spread of mosquitos by hitting the source -- the insects' larvae.

If you want to protect your ocular health in the long and short term, avoid these behaviors.

Hi! This month’s primary care update on all things Covid is too long to post here, but I know a lot of you appreciate me dropping by to share. I’m going to include the summary bullet points below, but direct you back to the original post if interested,...

The city is on track to inspect half as many cooling towers compared to the year inspections started in 2017.

Mississippi’s going through a bumpy time lately, and it’s not because of the heat -- turns out, the state is facing a major STD outbreak!

Image credits: Farhad Ibrahimzade. A greasy takeaway may seem like an innocent Friday night indulgence. But our recent research suggests even a single

While rare, the rate of the Powassan virus is increasing and can cause severe disease, including inflammation of the brain and spinal cord.

Signs of pancreatic cancer are tough to spot, and early detection and treatment are key. If you have these pancreatic cancer symptoms, see your doctor ASAP.

Researchers at a university in Milan found that pasta has several properties that can boost your endorphins and serotonin levels. Here's what you should know.