Deeming research on a man-made strain of H5N1 a potential bioterror threat, a federal advisory group defends its …
Brazilian Blowout Maker Agrees to Warn Consumers About Formaldehyde
The maker of Brazilian Blowout, a popular line of hair-straightening treatments used in salons, has agreed to warn consumers and hairstylists that two of its products emit formaldehyde gas, California’s attorney general said on Monday.
Gingrich Wants Scrutiny of IVF Clinics: Why That’s Not the Worst Idea
When IVF creates excess embryos, women are faced with a choice: store them indefinitely, donate them to others or offer them to research.
Mysterious Tics in Teen Girls: What Is Mass Psychogenic Illness?
About a dozen upstate New York girls have been diagnosed with a psychogenic disorder. Does that make their symptoms any less real?
‘Sonicated’ Sperm: Could Ultrasound Be the Next Male Contraceptive?
Condoms and vasectomies are so yesterday. Researchers are working on a way to zap sperm to control male fertility.
Study: Caffeine May Alter Estrogen Levels in Women
For women, that morning cup o’ joe may act as more than just a pick-me-up.
Are You a Hyperpolyglot? The Secrets of Language Superlearners
The author of Babel No More explains what it takes to become super-multilingual.
Rick Santorum’s Daughter’s Diagnosis: What Is Trisomy 18?
Rick Santorum’s daughter has trisomy 18: the disorder and its prognosis.
Teen Wishing to Donate to Locks of Love Is Suspended for Violating School’s Hair Policy for Boys
J.T. Gaskins says his Michigan high school should amend its policy to allow boys to grow their hair long for charitable causes.
Why Parents Who Carpool Tend Not to Use Booster Seats
Most parents carpool, but many don’t require their own children — or other kids — to buckle into boosters when transporting other kids.
Updated Guidelines for Treating Babies Exposed to Drugs in the Womb
The question of how best to help babies who have been exposed to drugs in the womb — including prescription pain medications, antidepressants and illicit drugs like methamphetamine and cocaine — can be an emotionally charged issue.
Fat Doctors Are Less Likely to Help Patients Lose Weight
Would you take weight-loss advice from a doctor who hasn’t got control of his own size?
Study: Colored Labels Help Cafeteria-Goers Eat Healthier
Simple but effective: red, yellow and green labels on food help diners make better choices.