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A Dutch 17-Year-Old Forgot His Native Language After Knee Surgery and Spoke Only English Even Though He Had Never Used It Outside School

He experienced foreign language syndrome for about 24 hours, and remembered every single detail of the incident even after recovery.

Your Brain Hits a Metabolic Cliff at 43. Here’s What That Means

This is when brain aging quietly kicks in.

Scientists Turn to Smelly Frogs to Fight Superbugs: How Their Slime Might Be the Key to Our Next Antibiotics

Researchers engineer synthetic antibiotics from frog slime that kill deadly bacteria without harming humans.

This Popular Zero-Calorie Sugar Substitute May Be Making You Hungrier, Not Slimmer

Zero-calorie sweeteners might confuse the brain, especially in people with obesity

Any Kind of Exercise, At Any Age, Boosts Your Brain

Even light physical activity can sharpen memory and boost mood across all ages.

Using screens in bed increases insomnia risk by 59% — but social media isn’t the worst offender

Forget blue light, the real reason screens disrupt sleep may be simpler than experts thought.

An Experimental Drug Just Slashed Genetic Heart Risk by 94%

One in 10 people carry this genetic heart risk. There's never been a treatment — until now.

We’re Getting Very Close to a Birth Control Pill for Men

Scientists may have just cracked the code for male birth control.

A New Antibiotic Was Hiding in Backyard Dirt and It Might Save Millions

A new antibiotic works when others fail.

A Week of Cold Plunges Could Help Your Cells Fight Aging and Disease

Cold exposure "trains" cells to be more efficient at cleaning themselves up.

England will start giving morning-after pill for free

Free contraception in the UK clashes starkly with the US under Trump's shadow.

A Gene-Edited Pig Liver Was Hooked to a Human for 10 Days and It Actually Worked

Breakthrough transplant raises hopes for patients needing liver support or awaiting transplants.

If you use ChatGPT a lot, this study has some concerning findings for you

So, umm, AI is not your friend — literally.

Revenge of the Fish: A Bone Pierced Through Man’s Gut and Stabbed His Liver

A swallowed bone made its way from the gut to the liver, causing weeks of mystery pain

AI-Assisted Wearable Device 'Speaks' For People With Dysfunctional Vocal Cords

Speech-language pathology is an area of medical science based on the mechanics of voice production and the evaluation, treatment and prevention of communication. AI-assisted technology is now part of treatment options for conditions that affect speech, such as stuttering or the inability to control specific muscles after a stroke.  UCLA bioengineers have created a device […]

Scientists sawed a human brain into 703 cubes to map its energy system for the first time

Your brain burns 20 percent of your body’s energy and now we know exactly where it goes.

Bad microphone? The people on your call probably think less of you

As it turns out, a bad microphone may be standing between you and your next job.

New study shows why you should switch to filtered coffee

It doesn't matter what type of coffee or filter. Just filter your coffee.

Paralyzed man can stand again after receiving stem cell treatment in Japan

A tiny injection of stem cells helped two patients defy the odds.

Your Gum Is Shedding Microplastics into Your Saliva

One gram of chewing gum can release up to 600 microplastic particles into your body.

Researchers Examine Novel Ketamine-Related Medication For Treating Life-Threatening Depression Symptoms

For those with treatment-resistance depression, treatment is not impossible, but it is far more difficult

Promising New Therapy Emerges for Children Affected by Acute Flaccid Myelitis

Acute flaccid myelitis (AFM) is a rare but serious neurological condition that impacts the spinal cord. The condition causes sudden weakness in the arms or legs, loss of reflexes, and loss of muscle tone. The condition is similar to polio and mainly affects young children. It comes from a virus that is the common cold. […]

Majority of US Baby Food Products Do Not Meet Nutrition Guidelines, Study Finds

Nutritious food is always important, whether for an infant or a senior, but it’s especially critical for newborn babies. The global baby food market is rapidly growing, with the United States being the second biggest market. The global baby food market is projected to grow from 71 billion U.S. dollars in 2023 to about 100 […]

23andMe Just Filed for Bankruptcy and Your DNA Could Be Up for Grabs

A company once worth billions now faces a reckoning over the fate of your genetic data

This Man Hiccupped Nonstop for Two Years—Until Doctors Found a Clue Hiding in His Blood

A rare immune condition turned an everyday annoyance into a chronic problem.

These Students Found a Way to Grow Ozempic in Plants

Their breakthrough could one day let you grow lifesaving drugs in your backyard.

Just 10 Minutes of Mindfulness a Day Can Boost Your Mental Health

Daily short mindfulness sessions significantly reduce depression and anxiety while encouraging healthier lifestyles.

This AI Tool Can Scan Your Food and Tell You Exactly How Many Calories and Other Nutrients It Has

Knowing what's inside your food has never been so easy.

Why Can't We Remember Our Lives as Babies? Our Earliest Memories May Still be There

New research suggests infants can form memories far earlier than previously thought, but where do they go?

The Other Terrifying Deer Disease Creeping Across the US

A silent but deadly epidemic is creeping through North America and scientists are sounding the alarm.

First Drug That Repairs Brain Damage After Stroke. It Mimics Rehabilitation

It could help patients regain movement by targeting brain rhythms.

World’s Oldest Person Had Cells 17 Years Younger Than Her Age. The Surprising Diet and Habits That Helped Her Live to 117

The supercentenarian’s gut health may hold the key to longevity.

Most Back Pain Treatments Don't Work—Here's What Actually Helps

Sometimes, the simplest solutions—moving more, staying strong, and managing stress—are the best we have.

Finally, mRNA vaccines against cancer are starting to become a reality

mRNA vaccines were first developed years ago to target cancers and now they're really starting to show promise.

Is AI Moderation a Useful Tool or Another Failed Social Media Fix?

A new study suggests that an optimized AI model could detect harmful social media comments with 87% accuracy.

Taking care of your teeth is also good for your heart health

In recent years, a growing body of research has unveiled a compelling connection between oral health and cardiovascular well-being. While brushing and flossing are traditionally associated with preventing cavities and gum disease, these practices may also play an important role in safeguarding your heart. But how does it all work? Inflammation is a bridge to […]

Study shows "Pro Life" supporters sometimes care more about banning casual sex than sanctity of life

Some Pro Life advocates may actually be subconsciously more fixated on the lives of the parents.

AI-Powered Test Can Reveal Your Biological Age From Just 5 Drops of Blood

Scientists develop an AI-powered model that reveals the hidden biological clock within our hormones.

When Did Humans First Speak? New Genetic Clues Point to 135,000 Years Ago

Language is one of the biggest force multipliers in our species. It appeared earlier than expected.

Scientists uncover how aspirin may help stop cancer from spreading

It's a promising finding. This doesn't mean you should go and take an aspirin right now.

Married Men Are 3 Times More Likely to Be Obese Than Single Men, Study Finds

Marriage increases the risk of obesity for men, but not women, researchers find.

Jay Bhattacharya has a history of misinformation. He's about to head the NIH

Jay Bhattacharya, a Stanford professor with no experience treating patients, is set to become the director of the NIH.

Microplastics Could Be Making Bacteria Resistant to Antibiotics

Researchers say tiny plastic debris may help bacteria become more resistant to antibiotics.

Scientists Turn Skin Cells Directly Into Neurons Bypassing Stem Cells

It's a huge step forward for regenerative medicine.

Researchers are adding probiotics to chocolate to make it even healthier

Chocolate is already a beloved treat, but what if it could also improve your gut health?

Australian Man Lived With a Fully Artificial Heart for Over 100 Days—Here’s How It Saved His Life

A magnetic levitation pump is keeping patients alive—without a human heart.

Yet another study debunks "wind turbine syndrome"

A new study confirms the idea: the sound from wind turbines just doesn't make a difference.

1 in 15 Americans Have Been Through a Mass Shooting — And Over 1 in 50 Were Injured

Millions of Americans have been exposed to a mass shooting.

Frequent Blood Donors Have Healthier Blood Cells and More Protection Against Cancer

Scientists discover how blood donations quietly change your blood cells.

She Lost Her Vision a Decade Ago—Now a Tooth Implant Could Help Her See Again

It sounds insane but it actually works.

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