Study explains why patients with cancer spread to the liver have worse outcomes
Michael Green, M.D., Ph.D., noticed that when his patients had cancer that spread to the liver, they fared poorly—more so …
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Would you do this at home? Why we are more likely to do stupid things on holidays
As the COVID pandemic took hold in March, Ohio’s Brady Sluder went to Miami for spring break, despite urgent calls …
Rock-a-bye fly: Why vibrations lead to sleepiness
It is common practice to rock babies to sleep. Children and grownups also get drowsy during long car rides. There …
Research reveals why some tumors have different makeup of cells
Molecular changes in cells called fibroblasts, which help provide support for tissues throughout the body, may explain why one type …
Amelia Hamlin: Why I Got Breast Reduction Surgery at 16
An unexpected side effect. Amelia Gray Hamlin went into graphic detail about having a badly-infected piercing that led her to …
Millions of people are on treatment for HIV: Why are so many still dying?
Twenty years ago, treatment for HIV was a rare luxury in South Africa. Exorbitant costs and President Thabo Mbeki’s government’s …
Why it's so important for Black and Asian people to access therapists of colour
When you’re choosing a therapist, it’s important that you find someone who can understand your perspective of the world. But …
Why lockdown is making you constipated
If you’ve noticed that your tummy has been a bit off lately – you’re definitely not alone. In the first …
Why you feel so tired as the weather gets colder and the mornings get darker
Summer passed by in a flash while we were pretty much stuck indoors (apart from our state sanctioned walks and …
This is why you’re thirsty all the time
Do you often feel like you crave a cool glass of water — and it’s not just because you just …
Why writing by hand makes kids smarter
New brain research shows that writing by hand helps children learn more and remember better. At the same time, schools …
Why Britain's countryside is still unwelcoming for people of colour
The word ‘urban’ has become synonymous with people of colour (POC), particularly Black people. It’s expected that minority groups can …
Why Tiffany & Co. jewelry is so expensive
When you’re buying a diamond, chances are a specific name comes to mind, and whether or not you’re a fan …
Why working out your brain is just as important as your body
It’s not just your body you need to train to keep in peak physical condition. Your brain is a muscle, …
Here’s why Amazon is moving Black Friday to October
For most Americans, Black Friday kicks off the holiday shopping season, but things are looking very different this year. Major …
The science behind why lifting weights makes us feel so good
Exercise gives us endorphins. We know this. Going to a spin class, or even just a light jog, will flood …
Man shares why he drinks up to seven pints of his own urine a day
Jan Schünemann, 26, has a rather unusual habit: he likes to drink pints of his own urine. Oh, and he …
Why the RNC has everyone talking about the Hatch Act
This year is a special one for American politics. Thanks to social distancing and the pandemic, both the Democratic and …