Following Measles Outbreaks, Officials Grow Wary of Renewed Threat
Cases this year have already topped the total in 2023. Unvaccinated travelers account for most infections.Measles, a highly contagious but…
Measles Cases are Rising. Here’s What to Know About Symptoms.
Infected people can spread the virus before even realizing they have it.Health officials are raising alarm about the spread of…
Why Do We Age?
Scientists are investigating how our biology changes as the years add up, and whether there are ways to stop it.According…
A Psychedelics Reporter With a Changing Perspective
Can an experimental drug cure opioid addiction? Andrew Jacobs, who writes about psychedelic medicine for The Times, explored the “promise…
Sodium in Your Diet: How Salt Can Affect Your Health
How much salt is too much? Should I cut back? We asked experts these and other questions about sodium.Without sodium,…
Why Does Cloudy Weather Make Me Feel Tired?
Q: I tend to feel more tired than usual when it’s cloudy or rainy. Why is that?If you’re feeling tired…
The Unbearable Vagueness of Medical ‘Professionalism’
Since its inception, this murky term has straddled the dual role of disciplining and inspiring.When Joel Bervell thought about professionalism…
The Unbearable Vagueness of Medical ‘Professionalism’
Since its inception, this murky term has straddled the dual role of disciplining and inspiring.When Joel Bervell thought about professionalism…
Oprah Takes on Weight Stigma in the Ozempic Era in New Weight Loss Special
In a new special, Ms. Winfrey highlighted how new drugs have changed the way we talk about weight and willpower.Oprah…