Climate Anxiety
The existential threat posed by climate change is deeply troubling to many young people
Health Archives
Inflammation and Brain Health
Normally a guard against brain injury and infection, inflammation is increasingly being implicated in cognitive decline
Many Pediatric Studies Are a Waste of Time
New initiatives aim to lessen the obstacles to finding useful treatments for children
U.S. Preventive Services Task Force Confronts Critics
In May, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommended against screening for thyroid cancer. After reviewing the available evidence, the task force concluded…
Why the FDA Wants More Control Over Some Lab Tests
The FDA finds that many so-called laboratory-derived tests may actually harm patients.
Breaking the Mold: New Strategies for Fighting Aflatoxins
Pervasive in the developing world, moldy crops threaten millions with cancer and other illnesses.