But How Does the Worm Get in Your Brain?
And other questions about parasites.Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s disclosure that a doctor apparently found a dead worm in his brain…
Environmental Changes Are Fueling Human, Animal and Plant Diseases, Study Finds
Biodiversity loss, global warming, pollution and the spread of invasive species are making infectious diseases more dangerous to organisms around…
RFK Jr. Says Doctors Found a Dead Worm in His Brain
In 2010, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was experiencing memory loss and mental fogginess so severe that a friend grew concerned…
Why Are Feet So Stinky?
Q: I live with someone who has really smelly feet. Why does this happen and what can they do about…
What is Kinkeeping?
“Kinkeeping” plays a crucial role in a family’s health and well-being, and it’s still predominantly done by women.Every December when…
Close Friends, Competing for Olympic Spots. Who Would Make It?
Conner Mantz’s arms were shaking as he warmed up for the Olympic marathon trials in Orlando in February.Mr. Mantz, 27,…
Could a $40,000 Equinox Membership Really Help You Live Longer?
Blood tests and ‘biodata’ have entered the fitness space.On Monday, the high-end gym chain Equinox introduced a longevity program with…
How E. Coli in Food Makes People Sick
The bacteria sickens an estimated 265,000 Americans each year.Last week, federal officials announced recalls of ground beef and organic walnuts…
Sarah Thornton Discusses Why We’re So Obsessed With Breasts
After her own mastectomy, sociologist Sarah Thornton sought to answer the question.The day before her double mastectomy surgery six years…