Origin Genomics’ mission is to create healthy, genetically engineered babies: NPR
Cathy Tie, founder and CEO of Origin Genomics, replenishes cell-sustaining nutrients that the New York startup uses to test its technology for repairing faulty genes. Mackenzie Calle for NPR hide caption toggle caption Mackenzie Calle for NPR For stories…
CDC reports second measles death in US, excluding deaths in Pennsylvania | Trump administration
In the United States, a second death from measles was announced Tuesday by the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), as the country grapples with an epidemic affecting 47 states. As of September 24, a total of 3,659 cases of measles…
Horrifying research reveals what happens to 12-year-olds who own smartphones
Sign up to see the future, today Unmissable innovations at the cutting edge of science and technology New research suggests the dire consequences of giving smartphones to minors before they even reach adolescence. By analyzing an existing survey of…
Deaths from smoking appear to be increasing. Here is the real reason
Smokers today don’t necessarily face deadlier cigarettes, but they are getting older. A new analysis of federal health data finds that although a smoker’s risk of dying from a smoking-related cause appeared to increase by nearly 50 percent…
Measles cases in Pennsylvania exceed 900 as outbreak spreads
Pennsylvania’s measles outbreak continued to worsen today, with 68 new infections reported since Wednesday of last week, bringing the total to 903 as the state grapples with its worst measles resurgence in decades. Pennsylvania Department of Health…
Only 5 infections responsible for more than 2 million new cases of cancer per year: ScienceAlert
Cancer may seem like an inevitable part of life, but many factors can help reduce your risk. When we think about reducing cancer risk, we usually think about lifestyle factors: smoking, alcohol consumption, exercise. But a new study by a team of cancer…
Why do parents choose not to vaccinate their children? A sociologist explains
Parents who refuse to vaccinate their children have been called selfish and stupid. They were even accused of child abuse. But what if they actually act logically? That’s the conclusion of Jennifer Reich, a sociologist at the University of Colorado…
Oatmeal vs. Greek Yogurt: Which is Best to Help You Poop?
The fibers in oatmeal, notably beta-glucan, promote the volume, softness and regularity of stools. The probiotics in Greek yogurt support gut health by improving the microbiome and alleviating symptoms of constipation. Combining oatmeal and Greek yogurt…
Dengue fever surge in Florida shows virus’s growing threat in U.S. – NBC News
Dengue surge in Florida shows virus’s growing threat in U.S. NBC News Dengue outbreak prompts Florida counties to declare state of emergency The guardian ‘Full House’ Star Becomes a Grandmother at 50 The daily beast Florida county…
Cancer vaccines could be the next big breakthrough in medicine
At 31, Molly Hones was preparing to die. She had had a huge tumor removed from her liver the year before, but now she learned that the cancer had spread to her bones and blood. Hones suffered from a rare cancer called fibrolamellar carcinoma that was now…