HEALTH

Few follicles cause as much stress as a synophrys, the medical term for a unibrow.

What Is a Unibrow? (And What's the Best Way to Remove It?)

Ever wonder why some people manage to rock a unibrow and some don't? Or what you can do to alleviate a unibrow making you look perpetually annoyed? We have answers.

Machine Can Smoke 10 Cigarettes at a Time—for Science

It's helping researchers study the effects of smoking more realistically.

How Acne Bacteria Messes With Your Skin

Scientists say the bacterium exploits imbalances in the skin’s microbiome, causing inflammation and breakouts.

Canada's "Baby Box" Program Aims to Lower Infant Mortality Rate

The idea for the initiative was borrowed from Finland.

Blame the Brain for the Hearing Loss That Comes With Aging

It has to do with how the brain processes sound, and how that ability deteriorates as we grow older.

Toys "R" Us Stores in UK to Hold Quiet Hour for Shoppers With Autism

Teal Pumpkins Make Halloween Safer for Kids With Allergies

For kids with food allergies and their parents, trick-or-treating can be the scariest part of Halloween.

Introducing a Handbag That Can Keep You Hydrated

Say goodbye to bulky water bottles.

Experts Say Infants Should Sleep in Their Parents’ Rooms for at Least Six Months

The Foods Responsible for the Smelliest Farts

A quick primer on how to avoid detonating a social-life-obliterating fart bomb.

Think Twice Before Letting Your Dog Lick Your Face

Your canine's mouth teems with microorganisms that we, as humans, aren’t designed to battle.

The Science of Spit

Your spit can tell you much more about your health than whether you should be flossing.

New Screen Time Recommendations for Babies, Kids, and Teens Released

A new report from the American Academy of Pediatrics advises parents about appropriate screen time amounts from infant to age 18.

5 Ways a Post-Antibiotic Era Could Change Medicine

1. A scratch could become deadly.

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Tasmanian Devil Milk Could Help Fight Drug-Resistant Bacteria

Marsupial milk has evolved to provide extra immune support.

Is Eating Organic Really Better for You and the Environment?

In short, the jury’s still out.

Twins Conjoined at the Head Separated After 27 Hours of Surgery

Their condition occurs once in every 2.5 million births.

Scientists Find Non-Gluten Cause of Wheat Sensitivity

Proteins called ATIs can trigger symptoms of asthma, multiple sclerosis, chronic pain, and more.

How Slim Goodbody Helped Kids Discover Their Inner Superhero

“The Inside Story” made being healthy feel cool.

How Your Gym Might Be Holding You Back

If you find yourself uncomfortable at your local sweat box, there might be a few good reasons why.

5 Ways to Prepare for Old Age When You're Young

It’s not fun to prepare for the inevitable, but it’s important—and you don’t need to be over 60 to start planning.

Scientists Are Training Schoolchildren to Detect Health-Related BS

A pilot program aims to teach kids to tell the difference between evidence-based medical advice and malarkey.

8 Surprising Facts About Your Nose

You may know it as just an olfactory bump on your face, but the human nose is a pretty surprising organ. For example: plastic surgeons can regrow your nose—on your forehead.

'Rest Days' Are Important: 4 Ways to Make the Most of Them

We give you permission to skip the gym tonight.

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