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Bill and Melinda Gates Will Repay Nigeria's $76 Million Polio-Fighting Loan
Polio has been eradicated in most countries around the world, but it’s still a problem in Nigeria.
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8 Amazing Things Discovered During the Expansion of the London Underground
Europe’s largest engineering project uncovered countless historic treasures, ranging from bones to Tudor bowling balls.
12 Fantastic Facts About the Immune System
Without our immune system, we wouldn't last very long: this complex network of organs and cells fights off pathogens and helps maintain our health.
Excessive Gaming Might Soon Be Recognized as an Official Disorder
The World Health Organization (WHO) is considering adding gaming addiction to its list of mental health conditions for the first time.
Scientists May Have Found a Cure for Deadly White-Nose Syndrome in Bats
The spread of the devastating fungal disease could potentially be halted with portable UV light sources, a new study suggests.
Bill Gates is Spending $100 Million to Find a Cure for Alzheimer's
Half will go to the Dementia Discovery Fund, a venture capital fund that supports Alzheimer’s research and treatment developments, while the rest will be given to research startups.
A New Analysis of Chopin's Heart Reveals the Cause of His Death
"I am quite sure we now know what killed Chopin."
Play a Game to Help Scientists Defeat a Cancer-Causing Toxin
Aflatoxins contribute to 25 percent of global liver cancer cases.
Why Not Brushing Your Teeth Is So Bad For Your Health
Good oral hygiene affects your whole body.
Skipping Breakfast Could Be Bad for Your Heart
Make time to eat breakfast in the morning—your body will thank you.
What Is Antibiotic Resistance?
Someone else's use of the drugs can potentially make your own bacteria resistant to antibiotics.
CDC Traces Infectious Disease Outbreak in Seven States to Pet-Store Puppies
The 39 cases are connected to one chain of pet stores in Ohio.
10 Intriguing Facts About Joseph Lister
Get to know the pioneering doctor who's been called "the father of modern surgery" and the namesake of a popular mouthwash.
Why Autoimmune Diseases Cause the Body to Attack Itself
A new study explores the "runaway train" problem of lupus and other autoimmune conditions.
Floral-Scented Pesticide Lures Mosquitoes to Their Death
"It's like having an irresistible chocolate shop on every corner."
New Test Can Differentiate Between Tick-borne Illnesses
Time is of the essence in diagnosing and treating Lyme disease.
Scientists Improve Drug Safety—for Penguins
People aren't the only ones threatened by drug-resistant microbes.
Scientists Think They Know What Causes Trypophobia
Warning: We cropped most of the holes from the honeycomb image, but the story contains a photo of a dried lotus seed pod.
New Technique Can Spot a Heart Attack in the Making Long Before It Happens
Heart disease is the number one cause of mortality in the U.S., so this may be a game changer.
Don't Panic About the Plague
Several cases have been confirmed in New Mexico. But plague makes an appearance in the U.S.—and worldwide—every year.
Scientists Zoom In on Genetic Causes of Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Identifying problematic gene variants could help researchers develop better treatments.
How Experts Say We Should Stop a 'Zombie' Infection: Kill It With Fire
"I really don’t think it’s that crazy."
Parkinson’s Disease Has an Autoimmune Component, Study Finds
A new study links Parkinson’s to the body’s immune response to the accumulation of a certain protein.
One Bite From This Tick Can Make You Allergic to Meat
People bitten by the Lone Star tick can develop a sudden and dangerous allergy to pork, beef, and lamb.